Barry Owen resigns as Oldham club trust chairman

Oldham Football Club director Barry Owen has resigned his post as chairman of the club's trust. In a statement he said it had nothing to do with the recent controversy over talks to sign convicted rapist Ched Evans.

"I leave knowing that I have tried my best for all fans and whilst I deplore the masses of abuse from a minority, some of which has been libellous and harmful to my family, I have always tried to be objective and work above that conduct. I only hope that my replacement is never in such a position".