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Chairman Raj Singh during the press conference. Picture by FRANk REID
Legendary Hartlepool United captain Micky Barron feels former owner Raj Singh's legacy will be "shrouded in negativity".

Hartlepool United legend feels former owner Raj Singh's legacy will be 'shrouded in negativity'

Legendary Hartlepool United captain Micky Barron feels former owner Raj Singh's legacy will be "shrouded in negativity".

18.06.26, 15:24 Updated 18.06.26, 15:24 5 Minute Read

Robbie Stelling

Robbie Stelling

Former Hartlepool United captain Micky Barron feels former owner Raj Singh's legacy will be "shrouded in negativity".

The 61-year-old, who was in charge of Pools between 2018 and 2025, is one of the most contentious figures in the club's recent history.

In a shock move, Singh sold the club to American businessman and investor Landon Smith on New Year's Day and the former owner's legacy has been the subject of much debate ever since.

On the one hand, Singh stepped in to stave off the threat of looming administration and even potential footballing oblivion when he first took over in April 2018, committing around £1 million to stabilise the club's precarious financial situation.

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