Hull FC confirm their new owners

Andrew Thirkill and David Hood OBE have been confirmed as the new owners of Hull FC.

The club had previously said they hope to improve its grade ranking and 'to restore unity and pride. through the new ownership.'

Former owner Adam Pearson told the club's website.

"Both have been the ideal purchasers, exemplified throughout a respectful and confidential handover process, which I am pleased to announce has now been finalised.

Andrew will become our new Chairman, and David joins the board. To ensure a smooth transition for the start of a brand new era, Andrew and David have already been working hard behind-the-scenes to ensure the club is in the best condition possible for the season ahead.

It should be recognised that the new shareholders have not only undertaken to inject substantial sums of money into the club, but have also agreed to take no monies from the club for at least a three-year period; no salaries, no management fees, no loan repayments, and no interest."

Last season the club finished 11th in the Super League table, gaining just three wins in the division.

For next year already 7,000 members have signed up for the campaign.