Was chairman of Manchester City FC after replacing Francis Lee in the late 1990's. His spell as chairman saw the team return from division two and back into the premiership. His successor in the job was John Wardle. Manchester City F.C. is a football club based in Manchester, United Kingdom. ... Francis Lee (born April 29, 1944 in Westhoughton, England) is a former professional footballer, who played in the 1960s and 1970s, including many appearances for the England national team. ... John wardle is currently the chairman of manchester city football club from from mancity. ...