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Adrian Kajumba

Fulham owner Shahid Khan sends message to fans after relegation confirmation

Owner Shahid Khan has apologised to Fulham's fan after their relegation was confirmed last night.

Fulham's fate was finally confirmed after they were hammered 4-1 at Watford .

The Cottagers are already heading back to the Championship with five game still to play and despite a near £150million spending spree last summer.

The Vicarage Road loss was a ninth in a row and 13 in 14 games in 2019 and Khan said: “Our results over the past three months were as troubling for me and everyone associated with our club as I know they were for you.

“Last night’s outcome made official what we didn’t think would be possible in August and tried desperately to remedy and avoid as the season wore on.

Fulham's Tom Cairney looks dejected during the Watford loss (Action Images via Reuters)

Fulham relegated from Premier League after losing to Watford

"For me, that makes today the most difficult day of all.

“I am sorry that we let you down. Our goal this season was to build on what we achieved in promotion and deliver on our pledge to invest heavily in the squad, ensuring that Fulham would always compete in the Premier League and, no matter the result, never disappoint.

“That didn’t occur and, for that, we hold ourselves accountable. We will reflect, plan thoroughly and respond accordingly.”

Khan confirmed he still plans to press ahead with plans to redevelop Craven Cottage's Riverside Stand which will increase the grounds capacity to just under 30,000.

Khan added: “I recognise that may not be of consolation today, but I offer it nonetheless to assure you of my total commitment to Fulham Football Club.”

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