Axed Leeds sporting director Victor Orta has been hailed as the 'architect' of their promotion to the Premier League in a leaked email from CEO Angus Kinnear - much to the frustration of the club's supporters.
As part of a brutal cull which also includes manager Javi Gracia making way after less than three months in charge, Leeds announced they have parted company with Orta amid a dismal run of four defeats and 18 goals conceded in five matches.
That disastrous spell has cast serious doubt over their chances of remaining in the Premier League, with the Whites now only above the relegation zone on goal difference in 17th place.