MANCHESTER - The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) may help speed the removal of "rogue" owners from English clubs like Sheffield Wednesday, according to Fair Game. Fans boycotted games to force out owner Dejphon Chansiri after the club faced financial crises. The IFR could introduce stricter rules to prevent such situations.
Fair Game CEO Niall Couper says, 'Red flags' could have been addressed earlier to prevent financial turmoil. The new system aims to ensure club governance is transparent and sustainable, protecting fan interests and reducing financial risks.
"A proposed $63.9 million takeover by James Bord failed, while a new bid by David Storch may face penalties if financial obligations aren't met."