Overview

• David Kogan, a media veteran with extensive football broadcasting experience, is expected to be named chair of the new Independent Football Regulator (IFR).
• The appointment awaits formal approval from Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, with a confirmation hearing before MPs planned for early May.
• Concerns have been raised by English Football League (EFL) clubs over Kogan's previous advisory role with the Premier League, citing potential conflicts of interest.
• The Conservatives have accused Labour of cronyism, highlighting Kogan’s past donations to Labour figures, which Labour has defended as irrelevant to his qualifications.
• The IFR, a key component of the Football Governance Bill, aims to oversee club finances and ensure sustainability, with its establishment marking a significant reform in football governance.