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Dragan Solak
Executive
Owner of Southampton FC who supports head coach Tonda Eckert.
Notable Quotes
"I can support him even if he's banned, but I can't make him manage if he's banned."View Story →
"Tonda Eckert 'deserves a second chance'"View Story →
"We are confident the manager has learned from this matter, and a suspended sentence allows him to continue in his role."View Story →
"I firmly believe that Tonda is one of Europe's most exciting young coaches, and with this distraction removed, I am confident he can lead the team to a successful season."View Story →
"The way they have treated us is not something we will forget."View Story →
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