The club’s fortunes have changed noticeably in recent weeks.

Darragh MacAnthony’s move from limited oversight to heightened monitoring at Peterborough United mirrored the club’s upturn under manager Ron Rowett.

Previously, the team had slipped with poor form during periods of reduced involvement from MacAnthony.

Separate plans are in progress to honour former player Tommy Robson, who led fundraising for the club’s community projects, by commissioning a bronze statue in his name.

Earlier, Peterborough sought to sign an unnamed experienced international midfielder but were rebuffed, revealing squad weaknesses in a competitive league.

Supporters expect the heightened ownership focus will propel progress.