Abramovich's statement read: "This was a very difficult decision for the Club, not least because I have an excellent personal relationship with Frank and I have the utmost respect for him'.
UAbramovich uthe: "Lesi bekuyisinqumo esinzima kakhulu ekilabhini, futhi ngoba nginobudlelwane obuhle kakhulu noFrank futhi ngiyamhlonipha kakhulu.