LEEDS UNITED have launched a credit card - which they hope will bring in thousands of pounds of extra cash.

The Leeds United Platinum Mastercard will have a number of benefits including 10 per cent of official Leeds United merchandise for the first six months.

The card is issued by the Bank of Scotland and the Premiership club will get a payment for each card issued.

"The money will be invested in a number of schemes including the Leeds United Football Academy, which has already borne fruit, producing Alan Smith who was man of the match during Tuesday's Champion's League game in Spain," said a club spokesman.

Application forms for the card can be requested by calling 0845-122-0095 or e-mailing: creditcard@lufc.co.uk.