Aiyawatt sell the club

[Manc Fox J]

3 minutes ago, Mista_cle31 said:

Rudkin is the biggest problem. Get him out first and sort the set up behind the scenes.... I do think Top wants to get us back up before he sells. 

Which isn't going to happen if he won't let us bring in some signings before the deadline, squad desperately needs some fresh blood! His ROI is diminishing by the day.

[Pliskin]

But collectively will we see mass protests? Will we ****. 90% of the stadium will sit there and take this week in week out. 

[Jabfox]

3 minutes ago, Unabomber said:

Mate Phil Mitchell started a thread about Faes, let him be. 

What a sentence that is, cheered me up a bit after watching that dross 🤣

[st albans fox]

Apart from ditching Rudkin, what will new owners be able to do ?

well clearly there’s a psyche at the club which has to change fast 

from the playing staff through to those responsible for strategy and decision making - it’s horrible 

[KFS]

Can’t even organise a sponsor 

[jonny_wright]

The new chansiri 

[Lambert09]

10 minutes ago, BeaumontFox said:

Ask ChatGPT you retarded Nepobaby

As the ruthless owner of Leicester City Football Club (LCFC), Aiyawatt 'Khun Top' Srivaddhanaprabha, I’m staring down the barrel of a crisis that could obliterate this club’s legacy and my family’s name. The club is spiraling—Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) breaches threaten points deductions, recruitment is a shambles, and we’re in a relegation dogfight with a squad lacking fight. The fans are baying for blood, and they’re pointing at Jon Rudkin, our Director of Football since 2014. They’re not wrong. His tenure is a mixed bag of triumphs and disasters, but the scales tip heavily toward failure now. The club’s survival demands decisive action, and Rudkin’s head is on the block. Here’s why I should sack him and what I must do to replace him to save LCFC from oblivion.

### Why Jon Rudkin Must Be Sacked
Rudkin’s track record is a tale of two eras: the glory days and the current mess. He’s been with the club since 1998, rising from academy coach to Director of Football, overseeing our 2015–16 Premier League title, 2021 FA Cup, and Community Shield victories. He’s a loyal servant, trusted by my late father Vichai and me, with deep roots in Leicester’s football scene. But loyalty doesn’t win matches, and his recent failures are dragging us toward the abyss. Here’s the case for his immediate dismissal, grounded in evidence and the club’s dire situation:

1. Recruitment Failures and PSR Breaches:
   - Rudkin’s transfer strategy has been woeful. Fans and analysts point to a string of misses, like the infamous 2017 Adrien Silva transfer, where paperwork was submitted 14 seconds late, delaying the signing until January 2018. This wasn’t a one-off—Rudkin’s sanctioned deals have led to a wage-to-turnover ratio of 116% in 2022–23, far above the Premier League’s 85% guideline, triggering PSR charges that could cost us points and relegate us.
   - High-wage, underperforming players signed under Rudkin’s watch are unsellable, draining finances. Fans on X highlight “average players on massive contracts” no one else wants, tying our hands in the transfer market.
   - In January 2025, with the club 19th in the Premier League after 20 games, no new signings materialized despite desperate need, with targets like Miguel Almiron and Victor Lindelof slipping away. This inertia is on Rudkin.

2. Managerial Missteps:
   - Rudkin’s influence in hiring and firing managers has been disastrous lately. The sacking of Claudio Ranieri in 2017, just months after our title win, was controversial and alienated fans.
   - The decision to sack Steve Cooper prematurely in 2024 and appoint the unproven Ruud van Nistelrooy, followed by Marti Cifuentes, reeks of poor judgment. Fans and reports suggest Rudkin’s loyalty to flawed strategies, like backing Brendan Rodgers too long, has cost us stability.
   - Cifuentes’ recent comments confirm Rudkin’s ongoing involvement in recruitment, yet no progress is evident, signaling a lack of vision.

3. Fan Disconnect and Reputation Damage:
   - Fans are done with Rudkin. Chants of “we want Rudkin out” echoed during a 4-1 loss to Brentford, and X posts reflect deep frustration, calling him “woefully incompetent” and blaming him for running the club into the ground.
   - His low profile, avoiding media, fuels perceptions of aloofness and unaccountability. Even former player Marc Albrighton, while praising Rudkin’s past, acknowledges fan frustration over financial mismanagement.
   - The Copenhagen party video incident, where players damaged the club’s “family image,” falls partly on Rudkin’s watch for failing to instill discipline in the squad he built.

4. No Progress Despite Warnings:
   - Reports as recent as March 2025 suggest Rudkin is being “squeezed out,” yet he remains, indicating my hesitation as owner. This delay is costing us. Fans on Reddit argue Rudkin’s role as Director of Football is outdated, with managers like van Nistelrooy needing direct control over transfers.
   - His immunity, despite overseeing relegation in 2023 and ongoing PSR issues, breeds distrust. Fans on X lament my reliance on Rudkin, seeing it as a betrayal of my father’s legacy.

As a ruthless owner, I can’t ignore the numbers: 19th place, looming PSR penalties, and a fanbase ready to revolt. Rudkin’s past successes—nurturing talents like Andy King and Ben Chilwell, guiding us through our golden era—don’t outweigh the current chaos. His knowledge of local football and loyalty to King Power are irrelevant when the club is bleeding. Sentimentality won’t save us from the Championship or worse.

### What I Must Do as Owner
Sacking Rudkin is step one, but replacing him with the right person and restructuring the club’s football operations is critical to avoid collapse. Here’s my plan, executed with the urgency and ruthlessness needed to save LCFC:

1. Immediate Termination of Jon Rudkin:
   - Fire Rudkin today, August 16, 2025, with a public statement acknowledging his past contributions but emphasizing the need for fresh leadership to navigate our crisis. This signals to fans I’m listening and acting decisively.
   - Appoint an interim Director of Football from within the club (e.g., a senior scout like Martyn Glover) to stabilize operations until a permanent replacement is secured.

2. Hire a Proven Director of Football:
   - Target Kieran Scott, Middlesbrough’s Head of Football, who transformed their recruitment since 2021. Scott’s ability to sign players fitting the manager’s style (e.g., Emmanuel Latte Lath replacing Chuba Akpom) and secure profits on sales (e.g., Morgan Rogers) makes him ideal. His EFL experience ensures he understands PSR constraints, and the lure of a Premier League role could sway him.
   - Alternatively, pursue Dan Ashworth, currently volunteering at Warwickshire County Cricket Club after his Manchester United stint. Ashworth’s track record at Brighton and Newcastle, building competitive squads on tight budgets, aligns with our needs. His availability makes him a realistic option, but I’d need to move fast to fend off rivals.
   - Offer a contract with clear KPIs: avoid relegation, resolve PSR issues, and sign at least two impact players by January 2026. Include a performance-based termination clause to avoid another Rudkin-like tenure.

3. Restructure Recruitment and Finances:
   - Empower the new Director of Football to overhaul recruitment. Focus on loan deals and free agents to bolster the squad immediately, given our limited funds.
   - Appoint a financial advisor specializing in PSR compliance to work alongside the Director of Football, ensuring no further breaches. Sell high-wage, underperforming players, even at a loss, to free up funds and wages.
   - Delegate transfer authority to the manager (Cifuentes) for tactical fit, reducing the Director’s role to strategic oversight and negotiations, as fans suggest.

4. Engage Fans and Rebuild Trust:
   - Issue a public apology for the club’s decline, taking responsibility as owner but outlining a clear plan: new leadership, PSR compliance, and a commitment to Premier League survival.
   - Host a fan forum by September 2025 to discuss progress, featuring the new Director of Football and Cifuentes. Transparency will quell the “Rudkin out” chants and restore faith.

5. Support Marti Cifuentes:
   - Back Cifuentes with resources within PSR limits, ensuring he has a say in transfers. His high-energy style needs players like Latte Lath, not Rudkin’s misfits.
   - If results don’t improve by December 2025, consider a proven manager like Sean Dyche, who knows Leicester and has a prior relationship with Rudkin, ensuring a smoother transition.

6. Long-Term Vision:
   - If the club survives relegation, invest in the academy to replicate Rudkin’s early success in producing talents like Chilwell. This reduces reliance on expensive transfers.
   - Explore selling a minority stake in the club to inject capital, protecting my family’s legacy while addressing King Power’s financial constraints post-Covid.

### Critical Perspective
The counterargument is that Rudkin’s not solely to blame. PSR rules are rigid, and the Premier League’s governance often punishes smaller clubs while letting giants like Manchester City skirt penalties. Rudkin’s successes—title, FA Cup, European runs—suggest he’s capable, and players like Albrighton defend his decade-long stewardship. But as a ruthless owner, I don’t care about past glories or systemic unfairness. The club’s survival is at stake, and Rudkin’s recent record—relegation, PSR breaches, fan alienation—makes him a liability. Keeping him risks further fan unrest and financial ruin, especially with EFL penalties looming if we drop to the Championship.

Fans on X argue I’ve lost interest, letting Rudkin run the club into the ground. They’re partly right—I’ve been too loyal to Rudkin, hoping his local knowledge and past successes would pull us through. But no more. The club’s in a worse state than when we bought it in 2010, and my father’s legacy is crumbling. Ruthless action is the only way to save LCFC.

### Final Directive
Sack Jon Rudkin today. Appoint Kieran Scott or Dan Ashworth by September 2025. Restructure recruitment, empower Cifuentes, and sell deadwood to fix PSR issues. Communicate openly with fans to restore trust. If I don’t act now, Leicester City could become the next Sunderland—yoyo-ing or worse. I won’t let that happen. The clock’s ticking, and heads must roll.

[JonnyBoy]

You lot who have bought a season ticket this season what the hell were you thinking 

[CosbehFox]

21 minutes ago, Walkerfox said:

King Power have received no in-person negativity from the fans. 
 

All negativity gets aimed at the players, the manager, Rudkin etc. 
 

For all Aiyawaat knows we all love him. 
 

It’s time to start getting vocal. 

Na he got all teary eyed back after the relegation in 22/23 in his statement about receiving abuse 

[bovril]

Bit of a King John vibe. Idiot son surrounding himself with yes men, loses half the kingdom.

[Paninistickers]

29 minutes ago, Paul_lcfc_1988 said:

He won’t sell, he’ll ruin us just like his farthers empire 

100% this. 

 

It's scorched earth policy with him. He will destroy the clubs, the business, the money rather than admit he's wrong. 

[GorlestonFox]

Yay another thread 

[Groby_Blue]

22 minutes ago, Lambert09 said:

As the ruthless owner of Leicester City Football Club (LCFC), Aiyawatt 'Khun Top' Srivaddhanaprabha, I’m staring down the barrel of a crisis that could obliterate this club’s legacy and my family’s name. The club is spiraling—Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) breaches threaten points deductions, recruitment is a shambles, and we’re in a relegation dogfight with a squad lacking fight. The fans are baying for blood, and they’re pointing at Jon Rudkin, our Director of Football since 2014. They’re not wrong. His tenure is a mixed bag of triumphs and disasters, but the scales tip heavily toward failure now. The club’s survival demands decisive action, and Rudkin’s head is on the block. Here’s why I should sack him and what I must do to replace him to save LCFC from oblivion.

### Why Jon Rudkin Must Be Sacked
Rudkin’s track record is a tale of two eras: the glory days and the current mess. He’s been with the club since 1998, rising from academy coach to Director of Football, overseeing our 2015–16 Premier League title, 2021 FA Cup, and Community Shield victories. He’s a loyal servant, trusted by my late father Vichai and me, with deep roots in Leicester’s football scene. But loyalty doesn’t win matches, and his recent failures are dragging us toward the abyss. Here’s the case for his immediate dismissal, grounded in evidence and the club’s dire situation:

1. Recruitment Failures and PSR Breaches:
   - Rudkin’s transfer strategy has been woeful. Fans and analysts point to a string of misses, like the infamous 2017 Adrien Silva transfer, where paperwork was submitted 14 seconds late, delaying the signing until January 2018. This wasn’t a one-off—Rudkin’s sanctioned deals have led to a wage-to-turnover ratio of 116% in 2022–23, far above the Premier League’s 85% guideline, triggering PSR charges that could cost us points and relegate us.
   - High-wage, underperforming players signed under Rudkin’s watch are unsellable, draining finances. Fans on X highlight “average players on massive contracts” no one else wants, tying our hands in the transfer market.
   - In January 2025, with the club 19th in the Premier League after 20 games, no new signings materialized despite desperate need, with targets like Miguel Almiron and Victor Lindelof slipping away. This inertia is on Rudkin.

2. Managerial Missteps:
   - Rudkin’s influence in hiring and firing managers has been disastrous lately. The sacking of Claudio Ranieri in 2017, just months after our title win, was controversial and alienated fans.
   - The decision to sack Steve Cooper prematurely in 2024 and appoint the unproven Ruud van Nistelrooy, followed by Marti Cifuentes, reeks of poor judgment. Fans and reports suggest Rudkin’s loyalty to flawed strategies, like backing Brendan Rodgers too long, has cost us stability.
   - Cifuentes’ recent comments confirm Rudkin’s ongoing involvement in recruitment, yet no progress is evident, signaling a lack of vision.

3. Fan Disconnect and Reputation Damage:
   - Fans are done with Rudkin. Chants of “we want Rudkin out” echoed during a 4-1 loss to Brentford, and X posts reflect deep frustration, calling him “woefully incompetent” and blaming him for running the club into the ground.
   - His low profile, avoiding media, fuels perceptions of aloofness and unaccountability. Even former player Marc Albrighton, while praising Rudkin’s past, acknowledges fan frustration over financial mismanagement.
   - The Copenhagen party video incident, where players damaged the club’s “family image,” falls partly on Rudkin’s watch for failing to instill discipline in the squad he built.

4. No Progress Despite Warnings:
   - Reports as recent as March 2025 suggest Rudkin is being “squeezed out,” yet he remains, indicating my hesitation as owner. This delay is costing us. Fans on Reddit argue Rudkin’s role as Director of Football is outdated, with managers like van Nistelrooy needing direct control over transfers.
   - His immunity, despite overseeing relegation in 2023 and ongoing PSR issues, breeds distrust. Fans on X lament my reliance on Rudkin, seeing it as a betrayal of my father’s legacy.

As a ruthless owner, I can’t ignore the numbers: 19th place, looming PSR penalties, and a fanbase ready to revolt. Rudkin’s past successes—nurturing talents like Andy King and Ben Chilwell, guiding us through our golden era—don’t outweigh the current chaos. His knowledge of local football and loyalty to King Power are irrelevant when the club is bleeding. Sentimentality won’t save us from the Championship or worse.

### What I Must Do as Owner
Sacking Rudkin is step one, but replacing him with the right person and restructuring the club’s football operations is critical to avoid collapse. Here’s my plan, executed with the urgency and ruthlessness needed to save LCFC:

1. Immediate Termination of Jon Rudkin:
   - Fire Rudkin today, August 16, 2025, with a public statement acknowledging his past contributions but emphasizing the need for fresh leadership to navigate our crisis. This signals to fans I’m listening and acting decisively.
   - Appoint an interim Director of Football from within the club (e.g., a senior scout like Martyn Glover) to stabilize operations until a permanent replacement is secured.

2. Hire a Proven Director of Football:
   - Target Kieran Scott, Middlesbrough’s Head of Football, who transformed their recruitment since 2021. Scott’s ability to sign players fitting the manager’s style (e.g., Emmanuel Latte Lath replacing Chuba Akpom) and secure profits on sales (e.g., Morgan Rogers) makes him ideal. His EFL experience ensures he understands PSR constraints, and the lure of a Premier League role could sway him.
   - Alternatively, pursue Dan Ashworth, currently volunteering at Warwickshire County Cricket Club after his Manchester United stint. Ashworth’s track record at Brighton and Newcastle, building competitive squads on tight budgets, aligns with our needs. His availability makes him a realistic option, but I’d need to move fast to fend off rivals.
   - Offer a contract with clear KPIs: avoid relegation, resolve PSR issues, and sign at least two impact players by January 2026. Include a performance-based termination clause to avoid another Rudkin-like tenure.

3. Restructure Recruitment and Finances:
   - Empower the new Director of Football to overhaul recruitment. Focus on loan deals and free agents to bolster the squad immediately, given our limited funds.
   - Appoint a financial advisor specializing in PSR compliance to work alongside the Director of Football, ensuring no further breaches. Sell high-wage, underperforming players, even at a loss, to free up funds and wages.
   - Delegate transfer authority to the manager (Cifuentes) for tactical fit, reducing the Director’s role to strategic oversight and negotiations, as fans suggest.

4. Engage Fans and Rebuild Trust:
   - Issue a public apology for the club’s decline, taking responsibility as owner but outlining a clear plan: new leadership, PSR compliance, and a commitment to Premier League survival.
   - Host a fan forum by September 2025 to discuss progress, featuring the new Director of Football and Cifuentes. Transparency will quell the “Rudkin out” chants and restore faith.

5. Support Marti Cifuentes:
   - Back Cifuentes with resources within PSR limits, ensuring he has a say in transfers. His high-energy style needs players like Latte Lath, not Rudkin’s misfits.
   - If results don’t improve by December 2025, consider a proven manager like Sean Dyche, who knows Leicester and has a prior relationship with Rudkin, ensuring a smoother transition.

6. Long-Term Vision:
   - If the club survives relegation, invest in the academy to replicate Rudkin’s early success in producing talents like Chilwell. This reduces reliance on expensive transfers.
   - Explore selling a minority stake in the club to inject capital, protecting my family’s legacy while addressing King Power’s financial constraints post-Covid.

### Critical Perspective
The counterargument is that Rudkin’s not solely to blame. PSR rules are rigid, and the Premier League’s governance often punishes smaller clubs while letting giants like Manchester City skirt penalties. Rudkin’s successes—title, FA Cup, European runs—suggest he’s capable, and players like Albrighton defend his decade-long stewardship. But as a ruthless owner, I don’t care about past glories or systemic unfairness. The club’s survival is at stake, and Rudkin’s recent record—relegation, PSR breaches, fan alienation—makes him a liability. Keeping him risks further fan unrest and financial ruin, especially with EFL penalties looming if we drop to the Championship.

Fans on X argue I’ve lost interest, letting Rudkin run the club into the ground. They’re partly right—I’ve been too loyal to Rudkin, hoping his local knowledge and past successes would pull us through. But no more. The club’s in a worse state than when we bought it in 2010, and my father’s legacy is crumbling. Ruthless action is the only way to save LCFC.

### Final Directive
Sack Jon Rudkin today. Appoint Kieran Scott or Dan Ashworth by September 2025. Restructure recruitment, empower Cifuentes, and sell deadwood to fix PSR issues. Communicate openly with fans to restore trust. If I don’t act now, Leicester City could become the next Sunderland—yoyo-ing or worse. I won’t let that happen. The clock’s ticking, and heads must roll.

Massive respect to anyone who read all of this 

[Beechey]

36 minutes ago, Paul_lcfc_1988 said:

He won’t sell, he’ll ruin us just like his farthers empire 

King Power was getting smashed by COVID whether Vichai was around or not. The company is entirely dependent on international travel.

[CosbehFox]

31 minutes ago, st albans fox said:

Apart from ditching Rudkin, what will new owners be able to do ?

well clearly there’s a psyche at the club which has to change fast 

from the playing staff through to those responsible for strategy and decision making - it’s horrible 

New owners woukd bring fresh impetus, something you can’t put a measure but a good hard work behind the scenes would get the collective group pushing forward. Morale within the club is said to be very low 

Edited 16 August 2025 by CosbehFox

[Ian Nacho]

Vichai had a dream then Top pissed all over it. 

[hejammy]

The season has barely started and already I feel that I need a break from all things Leicester City, it's not good for my health and quite frankly some of the players couldn't give 2 shits either. 

 

See you all on the 29th August..... 

[Stadt]

Somebody has to want these clubs 

[Jethrolcfc]

The club is crying out for new investment. It is completely unsustainable to be having millions of debt each year

[Paninistickers]

5 minutes ago, Jethrolcfc said:

The club is crying out for new investment. It is completely unsustainable to be having millions of debt each year

He doesn't care. 

 

He's the billionaire equivalent of those hoarders and hermits who live in a house with  cat, dog and Human excrement rather than tidy up

[em9999]

He's already sold the club 

 

Down the river 

[Guest Bilo]

His weakness is simple.

 

Misplaced loyalty.

 

He inherited the club and King Power in undeniably tragic circumstances and there's no question he wasn't ready to inherit. Why would he be? If that helicopter hadn't crashed that night, Vichai would still only be 67 and no doubt still CEO of King Power and Leicester City chairman. Sure, he might have been grooming Top to take over in time, but that's exactly what he's missed out on.

 

So what did Top do? Rely on the people his father relied on. The people who, at that time, had been bloody effective. The Thai business was growing rapidly, we were recognised at the time as perhaps the best run club in England and this pretty much continued for a time. Covid hit King Power hard but the business recovered and we won the FA Cup with successive top five finishes to boot.

 

So what went wrong? He wasn't ruthless enough to replace the same people when they failed to evolve with the environment, either through weakness or misplaced faith that they would adapt and become as effective as they once were. I struggle to think of any field where failure to adapt isn't devastating. But that's what he suffers from, and shows no sign of learning. Replacing Rudkin wouldn't be difficult because he wouldn't need to sack him; he could simply move him to another part of the football business, perhaps a kind of Temu Jurgen Klopp role at Red Bull, and bring in a DoF who's nominally below him. Whelan is near retirement and could simply be paid off to take an early pension. But that takes a level of ruthlessness that he hasn't acquired when these people have already cost him tens, if not hundreds, of millions of pounds and turned us from a club who considered Europa League qualification a disappointment to a club who'll probably be midtable at best in the second tier of English football in just four years. 

 

He won't learn. He won't change. He doesn't have the minerals and probably doesn't have the passion. He should sell the club while we can still attract buyers who see our potential to achieve what we were less than half a decade ago. And he should do it sharpish. 

[Unabomber]

28 minutes ago, Beechey said:

King Power was getting smashed by COVID whether Vichai was around or not. The company is entirely dependent on international travel.

Yeah but there’s a massive difference between Top and Vichai. No way would we be in the position with Vichai.

[Beechey]

1 minute ago, Unabomber said:

Yeah but there’s a massive difference between Top and Vichai. No way would we be in the position with Vichai.

LCFC might not be as bad as it is now, but King Power would be, which would have a massive effect on us as well. I think our foundations would be a bit firmer though.

Edited 16 August 2025 by Beechey

[ithuriel]

Kingpowers a business and at some point, if its going quite a bit wrong the family will start selling up luxury additions to generate cash/pay debts whether Top likes it or not, we will just have to wait and see how things pan out because nobody but them know exactly whats going on, time will tell.