Winstanley

British

/ ˈwɪnstənlɪ, wɪnˈstænlɪ /

noun

Gerrard. ?1609–60, English radical; leader of the Diggers (1649–50) and author of the pamphlet The Law of Freedom in a Platform (1652)

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"The renewal of her contract reflects our confidence in her leadership, vision and the stability she brings to the club. There is still much to play for this season as we continue to fight to win all the major trophies," Chelsea sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley said.

From Barron's

Rosenior first met Chelsea's co-sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart more than 15 years ago while playing for Brighton.

From BBC

Maresca, who had a contract due to run to 2029, delighted key figures at Stamford Bridge - including sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart, and influential co-owner Behdad Eghbali - by steering Chelsea to a top-four finish and winning the Uefa Conference League and Club World Cup last year.

From BBC

There was genuine delight and backing among key figures at Stamford Bridge, including sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Lawrence Stewart, and influential owner Behdad Eghbali.

From BBC

The initial comments from Maresca came while hands-on owner Behdad Eghbali was overseas, with sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart stepping in to lead in his absence alongside other key staff.

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