Robbie Savage appointment sparks £2million lawsuit as furious non-league owner takes action

Green Army owner Vince is suing Peterborough for £2m, alleging chairman MacAnthony tapped up manager Savage before requesting permission.

Robbie Savage's departure from non-league Green Army to take charge of League One Peterborough has sparked a legal dispute. Green Army owner Vince initially accused Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony of tapping up his manager, but later clarified on talkSPORT that MacAnthony himself made the first approach to Savage before formally requesting permission from the club. According to Vince, the initial contact came via phone call after Green Army's match against Boston, a week before Peterborough officially asked for permission to speak with Savage. Vince announced on Sky Sports News that he is pursuing legal action seeking £2m in damages. MacAnthony has consistently denied any wrongdoing, stating his pursuit of Savage was "100 per cent correct and proper, following all the rules."