Last Updated: 06th June 2012
CARDIFF fans are fuming after owner Vincent Tan forced through his move to change the club’s home kit to red.
Malaysian billionaire Tan also changed their Bluebirds nickname to the Dragons.
Tan, who is pumping £100million into the Welsh club, appeared to be dropping his idea after a fan backlash.
Millionaire Cardiff fan Annis Abraham said: “Tan was always going to do what he wanted. He’s blackmailed us. Our concerns have fallen on deaf ears.”
Cardiff chairman Dato' Chan Tien Ghee defended the changes.
He said: "I know and understand that there have been reservations in certain quarters over the changes accompanying the investment but sincerely hope that all of our loyal fans will come to accept the changes in the spirit in which they are made and continue with their passionate and fantastic support.
"This club will always be Cardiff City Football Club and its name and heart will never change nor are any of the changes meant to destroy any part of its history or culture."
Cardiff chief executive Alan Whiteley added: "We are only too aware that the change of colour is a radical and some would say revolutionary move which will be met with unease and apprehension by a number of supporters, along with being seen as controversial by many.
"To those I would like to say that this was not a decision that has been taken lightly or without a great deal of thought and debate.
"There is no getting away from the fact that history and traditions are the lifeblood of any club and as such should be jealously guarded and preserved.
"Both the board and our investors fully understand and respect this and will do their utmost to uphold, protect and promote the values and virtues which the club stands for."
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