Former Bradford City chairman Geoffrey Richmond has died at the age of 85, the club announced on Sunday. Richmond oversaw the club's promotion to the Premier League in 1999, a historic achievement for the Yorkshire side.
Richmond's tenure at Valley Parade saw Bradford rise from the third tier to the top flight of English football. He served as chairman from 1994 until 2002.
The club paid tribute to his contribution, describing him as a pivotal figure in Bradford City's modern history.
