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Roland's statement

Far from me (as an actor!) to want to spin anything - but given that Roland's has said in his statement "..... Katrien Meire may have told you I have other things to care for" - does this actually also mean "I don't care"? Quality PR own goal in my opinion...



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  • LuckyReds
    LuckyReds Posts: 5,866
    I'm not entirely sure, but it is interesting that there's been a real change of tone over the past few months.

    We're no longer "his child", but something that represents "1.5% of his finances" and is prioritised beneath his many "other things to care for".
  • Swisdom
    Swisdom Posts: 14,979
    wouldn't read too much into it - probably a language barrier thing than anything else.

    Much like the "Actors" comment which appears to be being taken out of context. It's referring to actions as opposed to thespians
  • Nug
    Nug Posts: 4,633
    Swisdom said:

    wouldn't read too much into it - probably a language barrier thing than anything else.

    Much like the "Actors" comment which appears to be being taken out of context. It's referring to actions as opposed to thespians

    You're right about the actors bit but there's no getting around the fact he doesn't give a shit about what's going on here, that was clear enough.
  • JohnnyH2
    JohnnyH2 Posts: 5,377
    Swisdom said:

    wouldn't read too much into it - probably a language barrier thing than anything else.

    Much like the "Actors" comment which appears to be being taken out of context. It's referring to actions as opposed to thespians

    We have to read something into as at least he is talking about us instead of ignoring us which seems his usual option
  • Dave2l
    Dave2l Posts: 8,880
    It's just f*cking ridiculous that's what it is.

    Desperately translates to

    "leave me alone"

    Roland, you own the club. Why are you trying to pretend that fact does not exist?

    ah, the good old weird days when you referred to the football clubs you own as one of your many children, analogy.

    This is abandonment.

    Abandonment generates anger.

    This child desperately needs to be put up for adoption!

    The other fake good but weird childhood memories when you done the odd video interview about FFP, bigging up the academy, saying how important it is, with frequently used "huh"

    When you think about it. Evidence of certain things do add up.

    The theory that he bought the club, specifically for Meire, who has no football or director related experience, so she can move on up and fill her CV with football business junk.

    It's probably more real then we think.

    Roland: I don't have time I have other things to take care of.

    Meire: THE CLUB IS NOT FOR SALE

  • It is a literal translation of the Dutch "zorgen voor...". A better translation would be that he has other things to "look after" or "take care of". But, hey...
  • Chizz
    Chizz Posts: 28,451
    edited November 2016
    Where is this statement?
    Edited: Just seen it. A couple of texts to Jim White.
  • Curb_It
    Curb_It Posts: 21,263
    On Jim White's phone.
  • 3blokes
    3blokes Posts: 4,611
    For me, one of the crassest, most idiotic things KM has said in all of this fiasco is the line about his clubs being like his children.
    It was such a load of soppy drivel.
    And it was said with such a stupid whimsical look, as though we should simply believe this fairy tale pie in the sky tripe.
    RD, on the other hand, wants to let us know exactly just how shit and unimportant we really are to him.
    What a professional way to run a football club.
    It is utterly hopeless, there are certainly a couple of big kids here all right, but neither of them end in the word Athletic.

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  • Swisdom said:

    wouldn't read too much into it - probably a language barrier thing than anything else.

    Much like the "Actors" comment which appears to be being taken out of context. It's referring to actions as opposed to thespians

    Do me a favour ffs.

    I understand you Gotta stay on their good side cos you're getting work off them but wouldn't you rather not post anything as opposed to looking like a little brown noser
  • "I am in Paris currently. Katrien Meire may have told you I have other things to care for - she knows more than I do on the matters that you seek to cover.

    "These protests have nothing to do with reason. Therefore, whatever we do or say the core actors within that group will always criticise."
  • Swisdom said:

    wouldn't read too much into it - probably a language barrier thing than anything else.

    Turn it in, he meant exactly what he said. Doesn't give a shit, let Katrien deal with it.

    Pretty much what he's done for the last 2.5 years.
  • guinnessaddick
    guinnessaddick Posts: 29,050
    edited November 2016
    CARD order 3000 OSCARS for a home game.

    Everyone's an actor.
  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 28,999
    edited November 2016

    "I am in Paris currently. Katrien Meire may have told you I have other things to care for - she knows more than I do on the matters that you seek to cover.

    "These protests have nothing to do with reason. Therefore, whatever we do or say the core actors within that group will always criticise."

    Nothing to do with reason? That's it, alienate your "customers" some more, whilst you still have some left.

    The mad old fecker.

  • CARD order 3000 OSCARS for a home game.

    Everyone's an actor.

    But we can call them Rolands!

    I fear some more inflatable orders are going to be placed!
  • It means exactly what it says.
    His command of English is excellent, probably better than mine.
    If, as an owner, you communicate with the media you are well aware your statement will be read. He wants us and his employees to read and take note of it.
  • Oggy Red
    Oggy Red Posts: 44,990

    It means exactly what it says.
    His command of English is excellent, probably better than mine.
    If, as an owner, you communicate with the media you are well aware your statement will be read. He wants us and his employees to read and take note of it.

    Yes ..... and gave his consent to have it read out nationally on the radio.

  • Uboat
    Uboat Posts: 12,260
    He is at the lashing out stage. This could be unpleasant, but ultimately I think it's a positive development for us.

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  • blackpool72
    blackpool72 Posts: 23,878
    Oggy Red said:

    It means exactly what it says.
    His command of English is excellent, probably better than mine.
    If, as an owner, you communicate with the media you are well aware your statement will be read. He wants us and his employees to read and take note of it.

    Yes ..... and gave his consent to have it read out nationally on the radio.

    He really is a despicable prick.
    Please God let him sell the club and fuck off quickly
  • kentaddick
    kentaddick Posts: 18,729
    We wanted openness and transparency from our owner.. be careful what you wish for I guess
  • SoundAsa£
    SoundAsa£ Posts: 22,564
    edited November 2016
    3blokes said:

    For me, one of the crassest, most idiotic things KM has said in all of this fiasco is the line about his clubs being like his children.
    It was such a load of soppy drivel.
    And it was said with such a stupid whimsical look, as though we should simply believe this fairy tale pie in the sky tripe.
    RD, on the other hand, wants to let us know exactly just how shit and unimportant we really are to him.
    What a professional way to run a football club.
    It is utterly hopeless, there are certainly a couple of big kids here all right, but neither of them end in the word Athletic.

    We should contact Childline without a moments delay!
  • addick1965
    addick1965 Posts: 5,092
    All this going on and still the FA and EFL bury their heads in the sand.
  • Swisdom
    Swisdom Posts: 14,979
    edited November 2016

    Swisdom said:

    wouldn't read too much into it - probably a language barrier thing than anything else.

    Much like the "Actors" comment which appears to be being taken out of context. It's referring to actions as opposed to thespians

    Do me a favour ffs.

    I understand you Gotta stay on their good side cos you're getting work off them but wouldn't you rather not post anything as opposed to looking like a little brown noser
    Hardly brown nosing. I'm saying people are reading too much into a text message!

    It's not a statement. It's not perfect English either. It's a rant and he's effectively dismissed Talksport and said to go through Katrien.

    All quiet on the work front - not that it's any of your business or even relevant to my comment.

  • MuttleyCAFC
    MuttleyCAFC Posts: 47,822
    edited November 2016
    I think what he said is pretty clear and can't possibly be lost in translation. In fact it exposes every lie he and Meire has told us and others about his love and committment to the club. We haven't discovered anything we didn't already know but he has made himself a figure of ridicule. Meire ought to be asked why she has lied about him watching every game and caring about us at the earliest opportunity!
  • Let's just keep being a pain in his side until he's had enough.
  • Nug
    Nug Posts: 4,633
    edited November 2016
    Swisdom said:

    Swisdom said:

    wouldn't read too much into it - probably a language barrier thing than anything else.

    Much like the "Actors" comment which appears to be being taken out of context. It's referring to actions as opposed to thespians

    Do me a favour ffs.

    I understand you Gotta stay on their good side cos you're getting work off them but wouldn't you rather not post anything as opposed to looking like a little brown noser
    Hardly brown nosing. I'm saying people are reading too much into a fucking text message!

    It's not a statement. It's not perfect English either. It's a rant and he's effectively dismissed Talksport and said to go through Katrien.

    All quiet on the work front - not that it's any of your business or even relevant to my comment.

    Give it a rest, you'll be defending this lot when the bulldozers come in and flatten The Valley. It wasn't a random text was it? He sent it to a national radio show talking about the turmoil at our club.
  • Hard to believe that someone who cares so little would really watch every match on a live stream.

    It was, in fact, a lie.