Phil Hay to leave the YEP - 21 of the best reactions on social media from Leeds United fans

Leeds United fans reacted in the only way they know how after Phil Hay revealed he is leaving the Yorkshire Evening Post.

The Elland Road faithful and the wider football community have been quick to praise his 13 year stint covering Leeds United. He leaves the paper later this month and will continue to cover the club in his new role. He joined the paper in 2004, aged 23, having previously worked for the Press Association. Phil is originally from Edinburgh and is a Hearts fan. READ MORE: Leeds United writer Phil Hay is leaving the Yorkshire Evening Post

He has been covering Leeds United since 2006 and has travelled all over the world following the Whites.placeholder image
He has been covering Leeds United since 2006 and has travelled all over the world following the Whites.
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