Roland's statement

Hasby123

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...

LuckyReds

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".

andynelson

I am Ozymandias Roland, King of kings.
Look on my works ye wankers and despair.

Swisdom

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

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

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

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

Weegie Addick

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

Where is this statement?
Edited: Just seen it. A couple of texts to Jim White.

Curb_It

On Jim White's phone.

3blokes

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.

Greenie Junior

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

Weegie Addick

"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."

Chris_from_Sidcup

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

CARD order 3000 OSCARS for a home game.

Everyone's an actor.

Off_it

Weegie Addick said:

"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.

Mendonca In Asdas

guinnessaddick said:

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!

charltonkeston

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

charltonkeston 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.

Uboat

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

rikofold

What pisses me off about the actors quote is that it only reveals what Katrien has told him. The fact is that many of us involved with CARD went out of our way, including offering professional services for free, to help her and the club out.

It was only because after 2 years of trying we'd exhausted all constructive avenues that we got together and organised to wrest our beloved club out of their hands and into those of someone who might care more than passing the buck because there are more important things to deal with.

I regret not telling Richard Murray at last year's fans' meeting that far from being wise after the event I had in fact written to the club - at the request - outlining in some detail what they should do from to recover the season ticket debacle. She not only ignored it but failed to even acknowledge it.

You can blame the fans Roland, but the problem is closer to home. Buck stops with you, not even Katrien.

blackpool72

Oggy Red said:

charltonkeston 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

We wanted openness and transparency from our owner.. be careful what you wish for I guess

SoundAsa£

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

All this going on and still the FA and EFL bury their heads in the sand.

vff

http://talksport.com/football/charltons-controversial-owner-roland-duchatelet-breaks-silence-tell-talksport-these

Swisdom

Greenie Junior 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 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

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!

BartleyPark

Let's just keep being a pain in his side until he's had enough.

Nug

Swisdom said:

Greenie Junior 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.

EveshamAddick

Hard to believe that someone who cares so little would really watch every match on a live stream.

It was, in fact, a lie.