Pete VDV was assistant manager to Liam Manning when he was at Lommel. Manning now at MK Dons and doing well, and playing some decent stuff so hopefully that’s a good sign.
There were rumours of Acun having backers but this from the club website confirms it is just him that owns the club. Hull City Tigers Limited is 100% owned by ACM Sports BV (a company incorporated in the Netherlands). ACM Sports BV is 100% owned by Acun Medya Holding BV (a company incorporated in the Netherlands). Acun Medya Holding BV is 100% owned by Acun Medya Holdings A.Ş. (a company incorporated in Turkey). Acun Medya Holding A.Ş. is 100% owned by Ali Acun Ilicali. Ali Acun Ilicali is the ultimate owner of Hull City Tigers Limited and holds a Significant Interest in the Club.
He is the sole owner, but there are others in the background boosting the finances via his company. He couldn't do what he is planning to do with his own money alone.