Sacked Football Association of Thailand secretary-general Pisan Jundilok has called for his friend Somyot Poompunmuang to be removed as FAT president.
Pol Lt Gen Pisan has accused Pol Gen Somyot and his associates of mismanagement and called on the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) to look into the matter.
Somyot has hit back, saying he had performed his duty in a straightforward manner.
Somyot fired Pisan last month claiming that a large number of member clubs were not happy with his performance.
The termination of Pisan’s contract took effect on Nov 1.
Pisan cancelled a press conference last week, but staged another one on Thursday after the media criticised his about-face.
During Thursday’s press conference, Pisan also claimed FAT spokesman and deputy secretary-general Patit Supaphong and Thai League Co vice-chairman Benjamin Tan used their wives’ names to receive part of their salaries to pay less tax.
He said Somyot should not receive salary from the FAT as the job is for a volunteer.
Pisan, who has known Somyot since their days in the police force, said he has submitted a complaint to the SAT, asking it to look into the FAT’s financial matters.
“This could lead to his [Somyot’s] removal,” said Pisan.
He said he may stand in the next FAT presidential election.
“I would not take any salary if I become FAT president,” he said.
Somyot was elected FAT president in 2016 and his four-year term ends in 2020.
In a statement, Somyot said it was not unusual for people to use their wives’ names to receive part of their salaries.
He also claimed he had donated about seven to eight million baht to the FAT and helped seek funds to pay then national coach Kiatisak Senamuang and for the construction of the organisation’s new office.
Pisan, meanwhile, said he and Somyot are still friends.
Chatchai joins Rabbits
Thailand goalkeeper Chatchai Butprom yesterday signed a four-year contract with second division Bangkok Glass.
With the deal, Chatchai, who helped Thai League 1 side Chiang Rai United win the League Cup and FA Cup this year, ended his stay at the northern club.
“I have joined Bangkok Glass because I believe in the team,” said Chatchai, adding: “I also have a feeling that I can become successful with this club.
“Although Bangkok Glass have been relegated, it did not affect my decision. I believe that I’ll be able to improve my game better away from the spotlight in Thai League 2.
“I am confident that if Bangkok Glass return to the top flight, they will be a stronger team.”
Chatchai confirmed that he had chats with his national teammates Thitiphan Puangchan and Tanaboon Kesarat, who both play for the Glass Rabbits, but “didn’t discuss the contract with them”.
He added: “I think Bangkok Glass have a good fanbase. I once watched them play with Port and then faced them when they met Chiang Rai in the League Cup final — the atmosphere was absolutely great during both games.”
