Thanks has been offered to those who responded to the incident, which happened prior to kick-off against Manchester United on Sunday

Leeds United have confirmed that a supporter who attended Elland Road for Sunday’s Premier League clash against Manchester United is in a critical condition following a medical emergency ahead of kick-off.

The club have praised the quick actions of supporters, stewards and medical staff in responding to the incident, which led to the spectator being transferred to hospital by ambulance.

One eye witness took to social media to “commend the efforts of the first aid team and paramedics who responded to a gentleman” as they “tirelessly performed CPR for a prolonged duration”.

Leeds state they have received numerous messages of support for the individual since the incident and have themselves sent their well wishes to the match-goer and their loved ones.

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The statement from the club said: “Ahead of our Premier League fixture with Manchester United at Elland Road, there was a medical emergency involving a Leeds United supporter.

“Following a quick response from fellow supporters, stewards and medics, the individual was transferred to hospital via ambulance, where they now remain in a critical condition.

“The club is grateful for the rapid action of our stewards and medical support team and appreciates the many notes of interest and support that have been sent in the past 24 hours.

“Everyone at Leeds United joins the broader community in sending our well wishes to the individual and their family at this difficult time.”

Leeds drew the match 1-1, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin cancelling out Byran Mbeumo’s first-half goal in the 51st minute. The Whites remain unbeaten against the Red Devils in their last three encounters.