Mel Sterland

STEAL OF A SIGNING: Leeds United right-back Luke Ayling, pictured warming up prior to Saturday's clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images.

Sterland hails Leeds for 'nicking' a signing and declares his Luke Ayling wish

INSTANT HERO: Jermaine Beckford wheels away to celebrate his winning goal for Leeds United in the third round FA Cup tie of January 2010 against arch rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford. Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images.

New opportunity presents itself to create Leeds United history against arch riva...

FOND MEMORIES: Of facing Manchester United for former Leeds United right back Mel Sterland. Picture by Varleys.

Sterland backing Whites to shine in Red Devils opener

DESERVES HIS CHANCE: Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford when it comes to an England call. Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images.

Bamford facing similar scenario to Whites ace of yesteryear - Daniel Chapman

Mel Sterland. PIC: Varley Picture Agency

Mel Sterland - Leeds United fans memories of 'Zico'

Enjoy these photo memories of Mel Sterland in action for Leeds United. PIC: Getty

Mel Sterland in focus - The Leeds United right back with an eye for goal

Enjoy these photo memories from Leeds United's 4-3 win against Sheffield United at Elland Road in October 1991. PIC: Varley Picture Agency

The day Leeds United blunted the Blades in a seven goal thriller

AT THE DOUBLE: Steve Hodge, right, netted a brace in Leeds United's 4-3 victory against Sheffield United at Elland Road of October 1991. Picture by Varleys.

Whites carrying perfect recent top-flight home record into next game

TWIST OF FATE - Barry Douglas shone against Blackburn Rovers for Leeds United last season and has had to move to Ewood Park to get first team football. Pic: Getty

Daniel Chapman on Leeds' history of cruelty to full-backs

Former Leeds United manager Howard Wilkinson with the 1992 First Division trophy. (JPIMedia)

Howard Wilkinson reflects on Leeds United title success

SMASH AND GRAB: Leeds United winger Jack Harrison sees an opportunity go begging in February's 1-0 reverse at home to Wigan Athletic. Photo by George Wood/Getty Images.

Ex-Whites ace hoping for resolution to only ingredient lacking

FINE SEASON: For Leeds United right back Luke Ayling, pictured celebrating his decisive strike in February's victory against his former club Bristol City at Elland Road. Picture by Bruce Rollinson.

Mel Sterland on why 'magnificent' Whites ace should be Leeds United's player of ...

CHAMPIONS: Lee Chapman races away to celebrate what proved the winning goal for Leeds United at Bournemouth on May 5, 1990 which sealed the Whites promotion as Division Two title winners. Picture by YPN.

Mel Sterland reflects on Leeds United's title-winning victory at Bournemouth tha...

NINE GAMES LEFT: Patrick Bamford and Luke Ayling embrace after Bamford's second strike in January's 3-2 win against Millwall. Former defender Mel Sterland thinks the Whites will soon be back up and running. Photo by George Wood/Getty Images.

Mel Sterland expecting full completion of Leeds United's season with squads able...

MEMORIES: Mel Sterland, behind the trophy, enjoying Leeds United's 1992 bus parade to celebrate the club's Division One title triumph. Picture by Giles Rocholl.

Packed fans and beers as Mel Sterland reflects on Leeds United's 1992 title triu...

Were you among the crowds in Leeds city centre that day? PICS: YPN

The day Leeds United fans and a city celebrated winning the First Division title...

Were you among the crowds in Leeds city centre that day? PICS: YPN

The day Leeds United fans and a city celebrated winning the First Division title...

Gordon Strachan led Leeds United to a top flight title (Pic: Getty)

How Leeds United legend and 'world's greatest winger' helped Whites announce top...

Mel Sterland

Leeds United: Part 2 of our Elland Road cult heroes series