Fulham FC v Tigana

Proceedings brought by Fulham Football Club, against its former manager and French international footballer, Jean Tigana. The case concerned the good faith and fiduciary duties of a football manager, as employee and director, in relation to the transfers of professional footballers. Appeared for Tigana (leading Tom Croxford), who was successful in recovering £2.5m damages following a trial before Elias J, whose decision was upheld by the Court of Appeal. High-profile case in the sporting world.