Leicester City: When You're Smiling

Khun Top: The Full Interview

·33 min·3 clips
Leicester City owner Khun Top confesses the team's results are not good enough after relegation to the Championship.
This episode features an interview with Leicester City owner Khun Top on the club's podcast. He begins by assessing the current season, stating the team's performance and results are not good enough following relegation. Khun Top discusses manager Marti Sifuentes, confirming his backing but noting results are needed. He addresses the club's financial situation, explaining transfer funds are limited due to Profit and Sustainability Rules. When asked about consequences if promotion isn't achieved, he emphasizes complying with PSR and building a long-term identity. Khun Top reflects on the club's dramatic fall from Premier League winners to relegation, blaming overambition and lack of communication. He acknowledges fan frustration and protests, pledging to improve communication. The owner commits to being 100% involved despite splitting time between Thailand and England. He admits player wages spiraled to over 100% of revenue during Premier League pushes but says they've been reduced. Khun Top discusses ongoing PSR compliance investigations, awaiting fair judgment. He defends director of football John Rudkin, citing his involvement in past successes, but announces structural changes including a new sporting director. Finally, he updates on searches for a new CEO, commercial director, and sporting director, stating appointments are close.
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