Peterborough United denies illegal approach for Robbie Savage
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 10:20 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Peterborough United chairman Darragh MacAnthony refuted claims from Forest Green Rovers owner Dale Vince regarding an illegal approach for manager Robbie Savage. Vince alleged that Peterborough contacted Savage directly after initially being refused permission to speak with him. MacAnthony stated that the appointment process was conducted correctly. Savage's first home game as Peterborough boss is set against Burton Albion this weekend following a 3-1 victory over Leicester City.
- •Dale Vince claims Peterborough made an illegal move for Savage.
- •MacAnthony insists the hiring process was correct and followed all rules.
- •Robbie Savage took over as Peterborough manager on October 2.
- •Peterborough secured a 3-1 win at Leicester City in his first game.
- •Savage's first home league match is against Burton Albion this weekend.
- 10:20 AMBBC Football — Peterborough deny making illegal approach for Savage
"Darragh MacAnthony denies claims by Forest Green owner Dale Vince that Peterborough made an illegal approach for manager Robbie Savage.
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