Hull City owner who controversially tried to change name of club dies aged 83
Assem Allam died at the age of 83. He was the former owner of Hull City. Allem rescued the club from administration and won two Premier League promotions, an FA Cup final, their first European campaign and a League One title during a 12-year reign. His son Ehab paid tribute to his father on Instagram. Alm tried to change the name of the football club to Hull Tigers. The club was sold to Acun Medya group in January. It is believed to be worth around £30m.
