Forest Green Rovers owner Dale Vince has announced a £2 million legal dispute against Peterborough United over the departure of former Forest Green manager Robbie Savage.
The dispute centres on Savage’s move from the Nailsworth club to Peterborough, where he was appointed manager after leaving his position at Forest Green. Vince made the announcement on October 30, 2026, at the end of a Sky interview.
During the interview, Vince was asked whether he had resolved his issues with Peterborough United, also known as Posh. He responded by saying that he was suing the club for £2 million over what he alleges was the ‘tapping up’ of his former manager.
“Tapping up” is the term used in the report for the alleged approach to Savage before his move. The supplied report does not provide further details of the alleged contact, explain when it is said to have happened or set out the legal basis of Vince’s claim.
Peterborough chairman denies illegal approach
Peterborough United chairman Darragh MacAnthony has denied allegations that the club made an illegal approach for Savage. That denial means the central allegation remains contested between the parties.
Relations between Forest Green and Peterborough have been strained since Savage’s departure. Vince had previously raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding the move, and his decision to announce a £2 million claim represents a further escalation in the dispute.
Savage left his role at Forest Green’s New Lawn before being appointed Peterborough manager. The move has attracted attention because of the disagreement between the clubs over how the managerial switch was handled.
Club asked for comment
Peterborough United has been asked for a comment on the legal claim. The report does not include a response from the club beyond MacAnthony’s denial of an illegal approach.
It also does not identify where the claim has been filed, provide a timetable for any proceedings or state when the matter might be heard. There is no indication in the supplied report that a court has ruled on Vince’s allegations.
Vince’s announcement therefore adds another chapter to the controversy surrounding Savage’s move from Forest Green to Peterborough. The £2 million figure announced by the Forest Green owner is a claim, while the alleged illegal approach has been denied by Peterborough’s chairman.
