Ken Bates obituary
Ken Bates, former Chelsea FC chairman, died at age 94. Bates purchased the struggling club in 1982 for £1 and played a crucial role in its rise, although he left the club with £97 million in debt. Known for his contentious leadership style, he famously stated, 'I’ve always said what I felt.'.
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Summary by OZbrief Editorial · The Guardian Australia – Sport · Source
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Published 12 Jul 2026, 16:19 UTC · Updated 12 Jul 2026, 16:30 UTC
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