The Takeover Thread - Duchatelet Finally Sells (Jan 2020)

JohnnyH2

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

With the club saying no group has exclusivity on the deal surely it is reasonable to assume Mr Murphy to tell supporters what his plans for the club are. I know the Trust have tried to make contact with him but would presume as nothing as come out this has not worked.

After making such a public appearance at the home leg, then sitting in the Directors Box at the away leg and taking part in a joint statement with the club in the summer, the onus in my opinion is for him to tell us where we are at

I think they may well feel that, all the negative publicity and comment over wearing a scarf and then the joint statement, that they are better to keep schtum.

The scarf wearing was just plain stupid. They looked like idiots doing that (wearing a scarf on a hot summer evening that was clearly bought for the occasion) and the subsequent slience and lack of completing the deal has in my opinion not helped their image. It's very easy to get a positive public message out there about their intentions for the club, what is stopping them

An NDA and perhaps the feeling that they are better off not saying anything.

I heard they now regret the joint statement, which I think was a bigger mistake than the scarves, which was trivial imo.

Having been burnt before they most likely feel that they have nothing to gain by making any statements until the deal is done.

No one is asking the British group to speak so why demand that from the Aussies?

Would love to hear from the British group but no one I have seen knows who they are. Mr Murphy and his group are known that is why I think now would be a good time to get their side. The Trust board agree as they wrote to Mr Murphy.

The scarves pretty much highlighted who they were, anyone advising them to wear them must have a limited knowledge of supporters, i.e. They would stick out like a sore thumb

Alwaysneil

True but judicious press announcements to apply pressure are a key tool in potential acquisitions.

Seen it time and time again in my work, both seller and acquirer normally spend a lot of time working out with their advisers how best to leak what and sometimes it works and sometimes it’s counterproductive.

It’s not just sale of Charlton though, every deal has a bit of it.

It just is more annoying for us because we care.

JamesSeed

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Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

With the club saying no group has exclusivity on the deal surely it is reasonable to assume Mr Murphy to tell supporters what his plans for the club are. I know the Trust have tried to make contact with him but would presume as nothing as come out this has not worked.

After making such a public appearance at the home leg, then sitting in the Directors Box at the away leg and taking part in a joint statement with the club in the summer, the onus in my opinion is for him to tell us where we are at

I think they may well feel that, all the negative publicity and comment over wearing a scarf and then the joint statement, that they are better to keep schtum.

The scarf wearing was just plain stupid. They looked like idiots doing that (wearing a scarf on a hot summer evening that was clearly bought for the occasion) and the subsequent slience and lack of completing the deal has in my opinion not helped their image. It's very easy to get a positive public message out there about their intentions for the club, what is stopping them

An NDA and perhaps the feeling that they are better off not saying anything.

I heard they now regret the joint statement, which I think was a bigger mistake than the scarves, which was trivial imo.

Having been burnt before they most likely feel that they have nothing to gain by making any statements until the deal is done.

No one is asking the British group to speak so why demand that from the Aussies?

Agree. The scarves showed enthusiasm and over optimism at worse. They thought it was very close at that time.

golfaddick

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

Henry Irving

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

With the club saying no group has exclusivity on the deal surely it is reasonable to assume Mr Murphy to tell supporters what his plans for the club are. I know the Trust have tried to make contact with him but would presume as nothing as come out this has not worked.

After making such a public appearance at the home leg, then sitting in the Directors Box at the away leg and taking part in a joint statement with the club in the summer, the onus in my opinion is for him to tell us where we are at

I think they may well feel that, all the negative publicity and comment over wearing a scarf and then the joint statement, that they are better to keep schtum.

The scarf wearing was just plain stupid. They looked like idiots doing that (wearing a scarf on a hot summer evening that was clearly bought for the occasion) and the subsequent slience and lack of completing the deal has in my opinion not helped their image. It's very easy to get a positive public message out there about their intentions for the club, what is stopping them

An NDA and perhaps the feeling that they are better off not saying anything.

I heard they now regret the joint statement, which I think was a bigger mistake than the scarves, which was trivial imo.

Having been burnt before they most likely feel that they have nothing to gain by making any statements until the deal is done.

No one is asking the British group to speak so why demand that from the Aussies?

Would love to hear from the British group but no one I have seen knows who they are. Mr Murphy and his group are known that is why I think now would be a good time to get their side. The Trust board agree as they wrote to Mr Murphy.

The scarves pretty much highlighted who they were, anyone advising them to wear them must have a limited knowledge of supporters, i.e. They would stick out like a sore thumb

I'd love to hear from too but I don't expect it as a right.

I'll get them down to Bromley Addicks PDQ they take over.

bobmunro

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

Sauce?

JamesSeed

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

With the club saying no group has exclusivity on the deal surely it is reasonable to assume Mr Murphy to tell supporters what his plans for the club are. I know the Trust have tried to make contact with him but would presume as nothing as come out this has not worked.

After making such a public appearance at the home leg, then sitting in the Directors Box at the away leg and taking part in a joint statement with the club in the summer, the onus in my opinion is for him to tell us where we are at

I think they may well feel that, all the negative publicity and comment over wearing a scarf and then the joint statement, that they are better to keep schtum.

The scarf wearing was just plain stupid. They looked like idiots doing that (wearing a scarf on a hot summer evening that was clearly bought for the occasion) and the subsequent slience and lack of completing the deal has in my opinion not helped their image. It's very easy to get a positive public message out there about their intentions for the club, what is stopping them

An NDA and perhaps the feeling that they are better off not saying anything.

I heard they now regret the joint statement, which I think was a bigger mistake than the scarves, which was trivial imo.

Having been burnt before they most likely feel that they have nothing to gain by making any statements until the deal is done.

No one is asking the British group to speak so why demand that from the Aussies?

Would love to hear from the British group but no one I have seen knows who they are. Mr Murphy and his group are known that is why I think now would be a good time to get their side. The Trust board agree as they wrote to Mr Murphy.

The scarves pretty much highlighted who they were, anyone advising them to wear them must have a limited knowledge of supporters, i.e. They would stick out like a sore thumb

I'd love to hear from too but I don't expect it as a right.

I'll get them down to Bromley Addicks PDQ they take over.

You wish.

BBBC Addicks first. All four of us.

Henry Irving

JamesSeed said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

Henry Irving said:

JohnnyH2 said:

With the club saying no group has exclusivity on the deal surely it is reasonable to assume Mr Murphy to tell supporters what his plans for the club are. I know the Trust have tried to make contact with him but would presume as nothing as come out this has not worked.

After making such a public appearance at the home leg, then sitting in the Directors Box at the away leg and taking part in a joint statement with the club in the summer, the onus in my opinion is for him to tell us where we are at

I think they may well feel that, all the negative publicity and comment over wearing a scarf and then the joint statement, that they are better to keep schtum.

The scarf wearing was just plain stupid. They looked like idiots doing that (wearing a scarf on a hot summer evening that was clearly bought for the occasion) and the subsequent slience and lack of completing the deal has in my opinion not helped their image. It's very easy to get a positive public message out there about their intentions for the club, what is stopping them

An NDA and perhaps the feeling that they are better off not saying anything.

I heard they now regret the joint statement, which I think was a bigger mistake than the scarves, which was trivial imo.

Having been burnt before they most likely feel that they have nothing to gain by making any statements until the deal is done.

No one is asking the British group to speak so why demand that from the Aussies?

Would love to hear from the British group but no one I have seen knows who they are. Mr Murphy and his group are known that is why I think now would be a good time to get their side. The Trust board agree as they wrote to Mr Murphy.

The scarves pretty much highlighted who they were, anyone advising them to wear them must have a limited knowledge of supporters, i.e. They would stick out like a sore thumb

I'd love to hear from too but I don't expect it as a right.

I'll get them down to Bromley Addicks PDQ they take over.

You wish.

BBBC Addicks first. All four of us.

I'll join

Alwaysneil

Big Bodied British Cyclist Addicks?

FishCostaFortune

bobmunro said:

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

Sauce?

Have the Aussie's even managed a bid?

Davidsmith

Covered End said:

Davidsmith said:

Can someone ask Lieven tonight just 4 questions
1. Why are you persisting with Australians after 1 year of no deal.
2. What price does Roland want
3. How many buyers have proven funds and cleared EFL?
4. How many buyers are still negotiating

I just e mailed them to the the Trust Secretary for you (as they requested).

Well that is most kind I thank you, let’s see if he has decent answers 🤨

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is a British Bid and they are one of three buyers who approached Ex Directors, Aussies never approached them, so Who is real?

Alwaysneil

Davidsmith said:

Covered End said:

Davidsmith said:

Can someone ask Lieven tonight just 4 questions
1. Why are you persisting with Australians after 1 year of no deal.
2. What price does Roland want
3. How many buyers have proven funds and cleared EFL?
4. How many buyers are still negotiating

I just e mailed them to the the Trust Secretary for you (as they requested).

Well that is most kind I thank you, let’s see if he has decent answers 🤨

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is a British Bid and they are one of three buyers who approached Ex Directors, Aussies never approached them, so Who is real?

Bit metaphysical that. Who is real after all? If I exist and think am I the centre of my own universe or an extension of others or am I both? What is unreality and does it have mass?

JamesSeed

Balham, Battersea, Brixton and Clapham Addicks.
Being an ex-Millwall fan not compulsory.

Fumbluff

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is no Dana only Zuuuuull...

nth_london_addick

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

Your Wrong there old chap

MartinCAFC

nth london addick said:

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

Your Wrong there old chap

How long have you believed the British bid to exist? Did they approach the ex-directors? Many of us, myself included for a long time questioned their existence given there never seemed to be a single trace of proof.

Covered End

MartinCAFC said:

nth london addick said:

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

Your Wrong there old chap

How long have you believed the British bid to exist? Did they approach the ex-directors? Many of us, myself included for a long time questioned their existence given there never seemed to be a single trace of proof.

Yes they did see the post at 8.33pm.

nth_london_addick

MartinCAFC said:

nth london addick said:

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

Your Wrong there old chap

How long have you believed the British bid to exist? Did they approach the ex-directors? Many of us, myself included for a long time questioned their existence given there never seemed to be a single trace of proof.

For as long as this sorry shit charade has been continuing

I am not sure but I think they were pre Aussie or there was def contact before Aussie interest was public

sillav nitram

Alwaysneil said:

Davidsmith said:

Covered End said:

Davidsmith said:

Can someone ask Lieven tonight just 4 questions
1. Why are you persisting with Australians after 1 year of no deal.
2. What price does Roland want
3. How many buyers have proven funds and cleared EFL?
4. How many buyers are still negotiating

I just e mailed them to the the Trust Secretary for you (as they requested).

Well that is most kind I thank you, let’s see if he has decent answers 🤨

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is a British Bid and they are one of three buyers who approached Ex Directors, Aussies never approached them, so Who is real?

Bit metaphysical that. Who is real after all? If I exist and think am I the centre of my own universe or an extension of others or am I both? What is unreality and does it have mass?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTHoKEd-Gjo

Themightyath2

Is the current British linked to the Mark Curry mob?

bobmunro

Davidsmith said:

Covered End said:

Davidsmith said:

Can someone ask Lieven tonight just 4 questions
1. Why are you persisting with Australians after 1 year of no deal.
2. What price does Roland want
3. How many buyers have proven funds and cleared EFL?
4. How many buyers are still negotiating

I just e mailed them to the the Trust Secretary for you (as they requested).

Well that is most kind I thank you, let’s see if he has decent answers 🤨

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is a British Bid and they are one of three buyers who approached Ex Directors, Aussies never approached them, so Who is real?

Were they one of the groups who offered to buy out the ex-directors loans at a heavy discount?

sillav nitram

Themightyath2 said:

Is the current British linked to the Mark Curry mob?

The Figure Skater?

carly burn

Davidsmith said:

Covered End said:

Davidsmith said:

Can someone ask Lieven tonight just 4 questions
1. Why are you persisting with Australians after 1 year of no deal.
2. What price does Roland want
3. How many buyers have proven funds and cleared EFL?
4. How many buyers are still negotiating

I just e mailed them to the the Trust Secretary for you (as they requested).

Well that is most kind I thank you, let’s see if he has decent answers 🤨

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is a British Bid and they are one of three buyers who approached Ex Directors, Aussies never approached them, so Who is real?

Are the Aussies real?

I've thought for a while that they are a figment of Roland's imagination.

AllHailTheHen

sillav nitram said:

Themightyath2 said:

Is the current British linked to the Mark Curry mob?

The Figure Skater?

Nope

Themightyath2

The old Blue Peter presenter! His look-alike was linked with us alongside Alex McLeish back on page 500!

Fumbluff

I really hope Mark and Yvette are back in for us at last, I had a good feeling about these two when they were first linked thousands of pages ago

killerandflash

ShootersHillGuru said:

I don’t believe for one minute Ashley is intending to buy us.

It's all a misunderstanding

It's actually Laura Ashley who want to buy us. Next year's kit will be seriously retro

Davidsmith

bobmunro said:

Davidsmith said:

Covered End said:

Davidsmith said:

Can someone ask Lieven tonight just 4 questions
1. Why are you persisting with Australians after 1 year of no deal.
2. What price does Roland want
3. How many buyers have proven funds and cleared EFL?
4. How many buyers are still negotiating

I just e mailed them to the the Trust Secretary for you (as they requested).

Well that is most kind I thank you, let’s see if he has decent answers 🤨

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is a British Bid and they are one of three buyers who approached Ex Directors, Aussies never approached them, so Who is real?

Were they one of the groups who offered to buy out the ex-directors loans at a heavy discount?

No Roland made the low ball bid. My guess is they told him they wanted loans cleared as did the others.
Aussies? Who knows what they wanted, did they get that far?

Zinedine Bagheri

I reckon the Aussies are only interested if we're a Championship club. They only come sniffing around when we're doing well.

ShootersHillGuru

Davidsmith said:

bobmunro said:

Davidsmith said:

Covered End said:

Davidsmith said:

Can someone ask Lieven tonight just 4 questions
1. Why are you persisting with Australians after 1 year of no deal.
2. What price does Roland want
3. How many buyers have proven funds and cleared EFL?
4. How many buyers are still negotiating

I just e mailed them to the the Trust Secretary for you (as they requested).

Well that is most kind I thank you, let’s see if he has decent answers 🤨

golfaddick said:

There is no British bid. There is only the Aussies.

There is a British Bid and they are one of three buyers who approached Ex Directors, Aussies never approached them, so Who is real?

Were they one of the groups who offered to buy out the ex-directors loans at a heavy discount?

No Roland made the low ball bid. My guess is they told him they wanted loans cleared as did the others.
Aussies? Who knows what they wanted, did they get that far?

You’re being far to cryptic for me I’m afraid. Are you saying there is no Australian consortium currently in the running ? It won’t hurt you to stop talking in riddles.