Leeds fans left stunned after finding out Hollywood star Will Ferrell has 'bought a large stake' in the club hours after missing out on automatic promotion to the Premier League

Leeds fans were left gobsmacked following reports that Will Ferrell has purchased a large stake in the club.

The news regarding Ferrell emerged just hours after Leeds missed out on automatic promotion to the Premier League.

Ferrell became a part-owner of MLS side Los Angeles FC in 2016 and is now reportedly investing in Leeds. 

Leeds lost 2-1 at home to Southampton in their final game of the regular Championship season and will now have to compete in the play-offs after Ipswich secured automatic promotion. 

Many Leeds fans were taken aback by the news regarding Ferrell, with one stating that his investment is 'perfect' due to the club being 'a laughing stock'. 

Another fan branded Ferrell a 'clown with too much money' and pointed out his previous association with Chelsea.

They wrote: 'Now, correct me if I'm wrong, but I seem to remember a certain Will Ferrell attending various Chelsea matches, pledging his support, selfies with players, in a shirt etc. Countless times. Sleeping giant ffs!!! Another clown with too much money.'

Another fan was left surprised by the news as they wrote: 'You what ,?'.

Furthermore, one supporter stated: 'was not expecting this'.

One fan took the opportunity to mock Leeds manager Daniel Farke. They wrote: 'Has that 'large stake' allowed him to make team selections, draw up tactics and stick rigidly to them because some comedian is definitely doing it?'. 

Another supporter asked: 'Is this a late April fools joke…'.

There was further criticism of Farke as one fan wrote: Wed 'd genuinely have more chance in the playoffs if he turns up dressed as buddy the elf and manages the team than we do with Farke'.

Another wrote: 'Can see the attraction. We are hilarious to be fair.'