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4 minutes ago, Mckram said:

The -15 points just doesn’t make sense to me.

We would lose our manager who is arguably worth millions in compensation. We would lose most if not all of our players who need a new deal and those under contract would probably have no motivation and want out. They’d end up going for free or for peanuts. Ticket sales would be down for the year losing millions.

I don’t know how much under the required amount MA is offering but surely it doesn’t financially make sense when all things considered. 

Exactly this. Save £5m but lose more in the first 12 months including some supporters who may never return 

2 minutes ago, Shipley Ram said:

I'm feeling a bit down now we are in the Tommy Docherty era.

We need to fast forward to Arthur cox. 

I really hope someone offers a reward as that usually works in these cases. player whip round or crowd fund. 

2 minutes ago, PistoldPete said:

So he has offered less than other bidders, possibly not enough for us even to keep our League status,  but still wants to be Preferred Bidder? 

Do you know what his bid is? I'm sure there is a chance of a -15 but doubtful he would want to own a club with an empty stadium, no TV coverage in the 9th tier do you?

The key line from Ashley's Lawyers is that they "are not prepared to be a contingency".......Over to you Q.

2 minutes ago, Curtains said:

Lawyers don’t work that fast .

I think if a billionaire tells them to work to those timescales and probably employs them anyway and if lots of legwork has already been done by the admins re the creditors it can be done. It won’t take 6 weeks once a deal is agreed quite simply because it can’t. 

1 minute ago, Curtains said:

Have we got 6-8 weeks !

This could be done in hours if the buyer has instant access to funds and his lawyers are happy with the figures accepted by CK AND is temporarily prepared to lease the stadium. 

Was there in 1984. Doesn’t seem long ago

Anyone know if CK is still in the UK?

The EFL statement wreaks of spite and vindictiveness and a hint of they aren’t disappointed at all. 

1 minute ago, Unlucky Alf said:

Surely if MA makes an offer/could make an offer it has to better CKs, Which will be better for the creditors and No -15 points...is this right?‍♀️, Only downside to this is whether Rooney and co leave along with players...this will not be Qs concern I'd have thought

CK is willing to lease the stadium on top of his money for creditors. I suspect MA will want to own the stadium by squeezing the creditors and the Admins.

3 minutes ago, cstand said:

The clock is ticking like a time bomb reading to off, I think we have all been patient enough we simply can’t keep giving CK more Fergie time. Hopefully it will all go through today, but Q have to look at other alternatives.

Seems to me that in the assessment of both the Admins and the EFL, the CK bid still has the most realistic chance of reaching a successful conclusion, otherwise the (supposed) imminent end of exclusivity would have ended.

If anyone can come up with a more likely realistic theory....feel free to share.

Still odd that no official statement from either EFL or Q Lethe end of exclusivity......or indeed just general concern re the delay? Views?

London and Football has been awash with "questionable" money from numerous "Questionable" individuals from numerous "questionable" countries, running into £billions....Kirchner is involved in sporting sponsorship across different continents, the minute he tries to send funds to purchase DCFC, suddenly the Authorities find the red tape draw...........what a surprise.

2 minutes ago, td_evans said:

2022 season ticket images been added onto the DCFC website. Clutching at straws to think maybe there's some movement?

 

Can’t be a coincidence surely?

3 minutes ago, Bris Vegas said:

I don’t understand what is in it for Chris Kirchner to attempt to buy the club if he doesn’t have the funds. Why go through all this? If he has funds tied up and can’t budge then that’s another matter. 

 

This is exactly what I dont understand...this will have cost him probably a few million already in legal fees....for what reason, it will hardly enhance his reputation in the sporting world. I find it very hard to believe that he did not fully intend to buy the Club and that he could afford to do it. It is completely baffling unless the Nixon version is accurate and its all down to the money laundering checks??

2 minutes ago, Mihangel said:

It'll really depend on the format, possibly matchplay foursomes, that should be quite quick. If it's stroke play, we may be looking at tomorrow, again.

Fnar......

Ashley has had 8 months to buy the Club and has done nothing. He’s hardly keen is he to become our owner and invest in our Clubs future so what would be the point of stepping in now? 

Might be time for a Kirch update but not via twitter if he has any sense. 

1 hour ago, RipleyRich said:

100% not on the wind up.

I've explained in great detail that I am not an avid Ram like 99% of the posters on here, but have had a relationship with the club in various guises since 1974. I  have an affection and concern for the club but am able to look at the situations without the emotional involvement most of you do. I'm sorry if that means I come across as negative at times but maybe I can just see things from a different perspective.

 

Who do you support. 

14 minutes ago, Woodley Ram said:

I read it. Another way. The process has been slower than expected and although they expected it to be signed before the bank holidays it has now slipped into that period. Either way I expect it to be sorted asap. This isn’t the worry for me, I’m more alarmed by Knights statement as he will not be the only one. The euphoria of the season has gone now and in the clear light of day players might be having second thoughts about signing on for L1

What has he said other than it’s difficult or something along those lines?

I just feel that CK should be given 100% support at the moment...he owes us nothing at all but is willing it seems at the moment, to invest in our Club and therefore our "lives"...why insult or criticise him?

It is inevitable as owner that fans will turn against him at some point......it always happens at every Club....But for now, IMO 100% backing is required.

4 minutes ago, Anag Ram said:

What will we all do when the formal announcement is made?

I think I will just feel a sense of relief.

Also, a little excitement about buying a season ticket and the opportunity to see a fresh new team, unencumbered by points deductions and uncertain futures.

 I hope Rooney will be able to instil the same passion in the 22-23 team and that the fans get the season they deserve.

And maybe, just maybe, a little less fighting in here.

 

 

Me too. I just hope we see things happening quickly, like the season tickets, Rooney's contract, a few existing players signing on.....The last two years have exhausted every bit of patience I have.

Kirch putting his heart and sole into this. 

No news on non payment of wages.EFL will be gutted.