Valencia sack president Murthy after leaked audio recordings
Valencia have sacked president Anil Murthy after leaked audio recordings and the Spanish membership’s preliminary defence of his actions tarnished their popularity, the LaLiga facet stated on Monday.
Official Statement
— Valencia CF (@valenciacf_en) May 30, 2022
Spanish newspaper Superdeporte had printed audio of Murthy talking at a piece dinner the place he allegedly described Liverpool and Newcastle as “shit” cities whereas additionally threatening to vilify Valencia gamers within the media in the event that they compelled an exit.
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The membership had initially launched a press release earlier this month which stated Superdeporte had regarded to “distort reality” whereas Murthy described it as a smear marketing campaign. But the membership have now modified their tune.
“The board of directors of Valencia CF wish to address recent events which have regrettably affected the club’s relationship with fans, government authorities and the community,” the membership stated in a press release
“The board wish to make clear that the content material of the leaked conversations between Anil Murthy and numerous third events are the private views of Anil Murthy and never of Valencia CF. Valencia CF disassociates itself from his views.
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— Superdeporte (@superdeporte_es) May 18, 2022
“The board hold the view that a change in leadership is required, in order to regain the trust of the fans and the community… Effective immediately, Anil Murthy will cease to be both President and an employee of Valencia CF.”
Valencia added that Sean Bai, the director of the membership’s academy, has been appointed as performing Director General on an interim foundation as they appear to nominate a everlasting substitute.
Valencia completed ninth in LaLiga this season, failing to qualify for any European competitors for a 3rd straight season.
