Former Chelsea and Leeds owner Bates dies aged 94
Former Chelsea and Leeds United owner Ken Bates has died aged 94, Chelsea announced on Saturday.
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Former Chelsea and Leeds United owner Ken Bates has died aged 94, Chelsea announced on Saturday.
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