Premier League Chairman Anthony Fry Taken to Hospital, McCormick Hired as Temporary Director

Premier League Chairman Anthony Fry has been taken to hospital after becoming seriously ill, with Peter McCormick placed as a temporary director.

Fry was taken to hospital on Tuesday evening and the Premier League have moved quickly to appoint McCormick, the head of their legal advisory group, in case decisions are needed on match days.

Richard Scudamore, Premier League chief executive commented: “On Tuesday evening, Premier League chairman Anthony Fry was unfortunately taken ill.

“He is currently in hospital under observation. The thoughts of everyone at the League and our member clubs are with Anthony and his family, who are requesting privacy at this time.

“The clubs have today agreed that during this time, starting with this weekend’s fixtures, to support and enable the continuing effective operation of the League, Peter McCormick will be appointed as a director of the Premier League.

“This is a temporary measure in order to give Anthony whatever time he needs to recover before resuming his duties. Hopefully this will be very soon.”

Fry has been in the position since the end of the 2012-13 season.