Man of The Fans
In 2004, with the club on its knees financially, Lorimer acted as a go-between who liaised between potential benefactors and supporters as a rescue plan for the club was launched. He is a fans' representative on the board of directors who also deals with the media on club issues. He was the only person to remain on the board after Ken Bates takeover of Leeds United A.F.C. in 2005 as Bates felt his role as fans' representative was important and would help with relations with the Leeds United fans.
After the sale of Jonny Howson Lorimer was heckled by Leeds fans in the pavilion before their game with Ipswich Town.
Lorimer has recieved criticism from former Leeds manager Simon Grayson.
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