Leeds owner Massimo Cellino appeals against his Football League disqualification
Thursday 29 October 2015 10:31, UK
The Football league has confirmed Leeds owner Massimo Cellino has appealed against his disqualification under their owners and directors' test.
Earlier this month Cellino was banned for a second time for breaching the Football League's owners' and directors' rules following a conviction for tax evasion.
The Italian, who has three further criminal cases against him still outstanding, had until October 28 to contest the punishment and he has submitted the necessary paperwork ahead of Wednesday's deadline.
A statement from the Football League said: "The Football League can confirm that the legal representatives of Leeds United President Massimo Cellino have lodged an appeal against his recent disqualification under the League's Owners' and Directors' Test.
"The appeal will be heard in due course by an independent League Arbitration Panel."
Cellino served his previous ban from January until May, having been found guilty of failing to pay VAT on a yacht.
If he is unsuccessful with his appeal, the 59-year-old, who took over at Elland Road in April 2014, will be unable to take part in the day-to-day running of the club. However, he is able to continue in his role until the appeal is heard.
The Football League has yet to confirm the length of any ban, but it is thought it would end in June 2016 - 12 months from the date of his conviction when it will be spent under English law.
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