New Director at the Club: Mr Shilai Liu

[Langley]

I see no problem with a chinese director so long as he doesnt noodle with the footballing side.

[Deucalion]

Half time entertainment?

Don't boo, or else...

[_Fatboyslow_]

Pic explains a lot.

Polo is obviously seen as social climbing in the far east

and of course being on the board at LCFC

Yea like its a working class sport in the UK.

[sphericalfox]

opportunity yes?

http://youtu.be/rfgLrXf2pBE

[ian the fox]

Lets hope he spends the money he borrows in Lcfc name better thatn previous appointments

[rico]

opportunity yes?

http://youtu.be/rfgLrXf2pBE

beat me to it

[Micky]

http://www.lcfc.com/news/article/151112-mr-liu-shillai-appointed-to-lcfc-board-of-directors-489092.aspx

[ozleicester]

i hope its not that chap in the middle.. looks a right dodgy sort.. doesnt even wear the same colour as his team mates.. and red.. whats with red.. bloody commies

[AyewJoking]

To be fair that looks a pretty decent back 5.

[Happy Fox]

http://www.lcfc.com/news/article/151112-mr-liu-shillai-appointed-to-lcfc-board-of-directors-489092.aspx

Mr Liu Appointed To LCFC Board

Posted: Fri 16 Nov 2012

Author: Leicester City

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Mr Liu Shillai Image by: Leicester City

Leicester City Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Liu Shillai to its Board of Directors.

A Chinese entrepreneur and influential, successful businessman, Mr Liu’s extensive experience and knowledge will be of great value to the Club, along with a great sense of sportsmanship.

His appointment reflects the vision of Leicester City Chairman Vichai Raksriaksorn to strengthen the Club’s highly-valued domestic fan-base with an international following, recognising China as the largest potential fan-base in Asia.

Mr Liu will take up the position of Vice Chairman, alongside Aiyawatt Raksriaksorn and the Board of Directors.

Vichai Raksriaksorn, Leicester City Chairman, said: "I am delighted that Mr Shillai has accepted our invitation to join the Leicester City Board of Directors."

Mr Liu Shillai said: "I am extremely proud to be joining an ambitious, progressive Club with the heritage and tradition of Leicester City and it is my intention to play a role in the Club's further development and growth."

Mr Liu's appointment to the Board of Directors has been fully ratified by the Football League and he will take up his position as Vice Chairman from 1 December, 2012.

There will be no change to the ownership structure of the Club, which remains wholly owned by King Power International.

[Happy Fox]

Few key things in that article

a) Wants more club followers in China - ( presumably the only way that can happen is promotion for the club and from then on to be a success qualifying for Europe etc)

b) He has been designated Vice Chairmen so must have a fair few bob.

[shade]

Few key things in that article

a) Wants more club followers in China - ( presumably the only way that can happen is promotion for the club and from then on to be a success qualifying for Europe etc)

b) He has been designated Vice Chairmen so must have a fair few bob.

c) he doesn't wear a tie, maverick.

[MrSpaM]

Best polo team in the championship!

[Bettsj2]

He's ****ing loaded.

[Micky]

He's ****ing loaded.

I can't find anything about his wealth anywhere?

[Happy Fox]

I can't find anything about his wealth anywhere?

I would think that being appointed straight away as Vice Chairmen implies he is quite rich?

[Ric Flair]

Just playing devils advocate but if this geezer is wedged up big time and he's come in to try and speed up promotion then I can see a change of manager in the not to distant future.

[Happy Fox]

Just playing devils advocate but if this geezer is wedged up big time and he's come in to try and speed up promotion then I can see a change of manager in the not to distant future.

Well it is up to NP to get the results required, that is the reality of our club we need automatic promotion this season.

[skinnydipper]

Perhaps the fusion of Chinese and local influences will be reflected in the next kit design.

[MooseBreath]

Lee rub you rester, lee do, lee rub you rester, lee do, lee rub you rester, lee do, oh rester lee rub you

[AyewJoking]

Well it is up to NP to get the results required, that is the reality of our club we need automatic promotion this season.

Bleeding ell, nige had to win 6 on the trot just to get a vote of confidence, he's a sitting duck given recent form!

[Danno]

Another way of getting around FFP most likely.

[Deucalion]

I wonder whether daddy is not happy with the job Top has been doing and has given him some 'help'.

[Guest Basildon Fox]

I wonder whether daddy is not happy with the job Top has been doing and has given him some 'help'.

Or the fact he has influence in China which is a massive market to try and tap into. Do we even know if he has any financial muscle?

[Guest Bilo]

Lee rub you rester, lee do, lee rub you rester, lee do, lee rub you rester, lee do, oh rester lee rub you

Their English is a damned sight better than our Mandarin to be fair.

Playing devil's advocate again, they have reiterated that the club is wholly owned by King Power International. My question is, who in turn owns and finances King Power International?