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Post by joanna on Nov 14, 2016 22:08:27 GMT
In yesterday's Sun...... apparently.
BOLTON are attracting shock interest from a Saudi Arabian group who want to buy the League One title chasers.
The Middle East investors have contacted a London-based lawyer to investigate the cost of taking over at the Macron Stadium.
Floggings for failure, and camel racing at half-time?
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Post by OohMac on Nov 15, 2016 16:45:19 GMT
You answered your question in the first line. In The Sun. So no.
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Post by whitesince63 on Nov 16, 2016 11:15:52 GMT
I don't see why it shouldn't be true though. Let's face it, stabilised and without the major debt problem hanging over us, we must be one of the cheapest and best clubs to buy at the moment if you're looking for an English club. We often overlook our rich history and outstanding ground and assets, which must be of more value than currently being realised. It's also obvious that selling the club must be KA's plan anyway so I'd be amazed if he wasn't searching around for buyers. Clearly though, we need to make sure any purchaser of the club respects the history and is looking to invest and take the club forward and not damage the club like our friends owners up the road at Ewood.
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Post by riochforthereebok on Nov 16, 2016 20:44:24 GMT
I don't see why it shouldn't be true though. Let's face it, stabilised and without the major debt problem hanging over us, we must be one of the cheapest and best clubs to buy at the moment if you're looking for an English club. We often overlook our rich history and outstanding ground and assets, which must be of more value than currently being realised. It's also obvious that selling the club must be KA's plan anyway so I'd be amazed if he wasn't searching around for buyers. Clearly though, we need to make sure any purchaser of the club respects the history and is looking to invest and take the club forward and not damage the club like our friends owners up the road at Ewood. I don't buy it!! Why would any investor from the Middle East be looking at little old BWFC from League One? Surely, the only reason these sheiks are in it is for the profile and the advertisement of their product. If it was a lowly Prewm side or a decent Championship side I could understand it, but they can't be in it for the long term if it's a struggling L1 outfit. They must surely want instant gain, something we are not, at this moment in time, just my opinion... Oh And I'm still not fully convinced ED does not have an interest in our club, other than naming a stand or suite after him!!
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Post by whitesince63 on Nov 17, 2016 10:20:10 GMT
I can well understand your doubts rftr and also the shadow of ED still hanging over the club but irrespective of our current league position we must be an outstanding proposition for a serious buyer. Let's face it, there are few clubs in Our division with anything like our assets, including most in the Championship too, so there is plenty of scope to improve and grow the club with minimum investment. In fact, if everything was above board last year and the debt written off and a £1 price tag payable I couldn't understand why nobody serious came in for us then. Clearly there was something lurking with good old Eddie that was putting people off. Obviously there is still something so that may prevent serious purchasers from taking us on. Uncle Eddie and KA should just come clean and if both seriously care about the future of our club they should find a way to sort it. Sadly I wouldn't bet on it.
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Post by joanna on Nov 17, 2016 11:47:58 GMT
What's more, the element in my kettle has just given up the ghost! I'm blaming Eddie for shoddy work in that regard too, matching his spluttering efforts for our club!!
By the way, I had to laugh at one fan's response to the recent defeat by Posh, which read "Parky out!".......to which another supporter replied, "Yes, it is a bit chilly. Wrap up warm!"
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Post by andyl on Nov 17, 2016 12:34:07 GMT
The immediate problem must surely be that Ken Anderson and Deano do not have a working relationship? From what was reported at the time Deano put money in, KA gave a guarantee? They are both committed but have distinct agendas?
It's tempting to think that things have stabilised financially but can we be sure. Why have accounts not been lodged with Co.House?
I think four scenarios could emerge a) Deano and KA reconcile and move forward in harmony (little chance?) b) KA buys Deano out ( unlikely) c) Deano buys KA out (possible-given that he has been the most committed to the project) and d) that both are bought out?
I think we should not be surprised that both KA and Deano may be interested in new investors. As to how it will play out we can only surmise?
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Post by whitesince63 on Nov 17, 2016 18:15:52 GMT
What's more, the element in my kettle has just given up the ghost! I'm blaming Eddie for shoddy work in that regard too, matching his spluttering efforts for our club!! By the way, I had to laugh at one fan's response to the recent defeat by Posh, which read "Parky out!".......to which another supporter replied, "Yes, it is a bit chilly. Wrap up warm!" Brilliant, like that one Jo. 😂
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Post by Trotter on Nov 22, 2016 16:12:16 GMT
What's more, the element in my kettle has just given up the ghost! I'm blaming Eddie for shoddy work in that regard too, matching his spluttering efforts for our club!! By the way, I had to laugh at one fan's response to the recent defeat by Posh, which read "Parky out!".......to which another supporter replied, "Yes, it is a bit chilly. Wrap up warm!" Brilliant, like that one Jo. 😂 Got to say I like that also - happy days on the forum (good old days)
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