Ken Bates, colourful and controversial former Chelsea chair, dies aged 94

▶ Guardian Sport Jul 11, 2026 2h ago 👁 3 views

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Bates oversaw eventful 21-year period in club’s historyHis subsequent ownership of Leeds was hugely troubledKen Bates, one of the most colourful and controversial figures in the history of English football, has died aged 94, Chelsea have announced.The club reported on… Bates oversaw eventful 21-year period in club’s historyHis subsequent ownership of Leeds was hugely troubledKen Bates, one of the most colourful and controversial figures in the history of English football, has died aged 94, Chelsea have announced.The club reported on…

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