When the takeover finally goes through, UK productivity figures will soar as all the time we spend reading this will be put to different (not necessarily better) use.
Don't be silly, We'll then be pouring over every detail of the new owner, what she wears, how much money she has.
Then there will the will she sack Robinson debate, the is £100m enough debate, the were we better off under Roland debate, the do we want Conte debate, the is the Europa league worth it with all the Thursday games debate, etc etc
If I had the authority that would be worthy of a promote, which is probably why the last bit of responsibility I had was being Milk Monitor at school
When the takeover finally goes through, UK productivity figures will soar as all the time we spend reading this will be put to different (not necessarily better) use.
Will we b@ll@X We'll to be discussing who to buy so we have a chance of winning the next world cup.
I’m boycotting the “bite size takeover thread”. I’ve been loyal to the “Duchelet Sale is imminent” since I was a boy. My father and grandfathers were supporters of this post and my mother sometimes chips in with hows it going. But I’ll tell thee. I’ve been a wild rover for many a year and have contributed to this thread with drivel and tears. And now some wannabe despot wants to circumcise important contributions to the sale of the cloob whether that’s in reason or rhyme because poor old Farquhar can’t be bothered to read the many facets and insights to the takeover because his eyesight is bleeding. Well I say NO. Join the boycott now and say boo hoo to AFKA Bartrams silly little summary for the lesser kind. PM me on how to send cash to support the boycott and give a little whistle!
As Macronarty puts so beautifully, those that get wound up wanting to know what's happened and then get annoyed wading through pages of horse jokes, we've set up a little non-banter version for you
You have to be kidding. Now I have two threads to check, just increased my CL work load. First the bite sized one for major updates then back here in case the bite sized one has missed anything (which, invariably it won’t have but I won’t have peace of mind without checking anyway).
So 2 parties in the running, one closer than the other with regards to meeting RD's valuation. Sale would include The Valley and the Training Ground No talks of moving the club away from The Valley from the interested parties
“I have to sign a non-disclosure agreement so that means I can’t reveal names or certain other information.
“As far as I know, and I’m not kept in touch blow by blow, we still have two interested parties, I still believe one interested party is far closer to doing a deal because I think they are very close on price with Roland.
“I think the price now is not going to hold up the deal which has got to be good news.”
When asked if he knew how much the bid was Murray explained he did know but wasn’t allowed to say.
On timing Murray said that he still felt February was the most likely month
“As far as timing is concerned, I did say to our staff down at the training ground that I hoped or thought February was the most likely month. As typically happens, once the transfer window is closed we have an interesting situation. Charlton and probably most clubs in this division, lose a substantial amount of money each month, so the onus is on Roland to do a deal as soon as possible but the onus isn’t so much on the buyer because they can’t influence the club too much other than relaunching it. January ending does remove one obvious good point to get involved.”
When asked if Roland Duchatelet would keep the ground and training ground
“I heard this thing that Roland was keeping The Valley and selling the club, no, not that I’m aware.
“To my knowledge this (the sale) would be lock, stock and barrel.
“The training ground for any buyer is quite key as well. They realise that for a club like us the academy is essential and I think Jason (Morgan, chair of the Charlton Athletic Community Trust) is aware that the Trust is very much one of the assets which they (potential buyers) feel is linked to Charlton and can be expanded even further than it has been already.”
When asked if the new owners would consider a move away from The Valley
“From the talks I’ve had it has never once been even mentioned.”
Murray added he would look to ensure fans remain updated during the process.
For more on the Fans’ Forum and to read minutes from previous meetings click here
I think Murray’s comments must be pretty close to the truth. He’s going to look very foolish if what he’s told the staff, Trust and Fans Forum is too way off the mark.
I think Murray’s comments must be pretty close to the truth. He’s going to look very foolish if what he’s told the staff, Trust and Fans Forum is too way off the mark.
I almost hate myself for it, but God help me, I’m slowly beginning to believe.... It’s one of those late in the second half moments when it’s looked hopeless but now suddenly maybe....just maybe....
I think Murray’s comments must be pretty close to the truth. He’s going to look very foolish if what he’s told the staff, Trust and Fans Forum is too way off the mark.
Probably the first time I’ve even considered the possibility that this may well come to some form of an end.
Seeing as we're veering wildly off topic on this thread, I've just realised that I go through the posts on CL 'liking' and 'lolling' all over the shop. Have I got it about right, or should I lol only if I actually do laugh out loud? I tend to lol if I find something amusing. I use the 'like' button as a sign that I agree with a post, as well as when I think it's informative and/or interesting. Or should I be keeping my 'likes' for something a bit special? I always feel a bit guilty if I read a post that I agree with and don't give it a like, which is more of a problem if you spray them around all over the shop. People might notice :-( I've noticed the same names come up on the lols and likes all the time. It's clear that some lifers are way more generous than others. I get the feeling that some don't like or lol at all.
It’s not about likes and lols - we all know that promotes is the only thing that counts.
I almost hate myself for it, but God help me, I’m slowly beginning to believe.... It’s one of those late in the second half moments when it’s looked hopeless but now suddenly maybe....just maybe....
Seeing as we're veering wildly off topic on this thread, I've just realised that I go through the posts on CL 'liking' and 'lolling' all over the shop. Have I got it about right, or should I lol only if I actually do laugh out loud? I tend to lol if I find something amusing. I use the 'like' button as a sign that I agree with a post, as well as when I think it's informative and/or interesting. Or should I be keeping my 'likes' for something a bit special? I always feel a bit guilty if I read a post that I agree with and don't give it a like, which is more of a problem if you spray them around all over the shop. People might notice :-( I've noticed the same names come up on the lols and likes all the time. It's clear that some lifers are way more generous than others. I get the feeling that some don't like or lol at all.
It’s not about likes and lols - we all know that promotes is the only thing that counts.
Damn, I deleted that post. Still, I 'liked' yours. Don't tell Henry but I've heard they're going to promote my Prediction thread because of it's fabulous and exceptional content.
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Just fcuk off Roland you old tosspot!
We'll to be discussing who to buy so we have a chance of winning the next world cup.
PM me on how to send cash to support the boycott and give a little whistle!
And another summary thread.
When will it ever end ! Arrrggghhhh
If it gets to 600 I will..... (Leave it up to you to comment)
Sale would include The Valley and the Training Ground
No talks of moving the club away from The Valley from the interested parties
“As far as I know, and I’m not kept in touch blow by blow, we still have two interested parties, I still believe one interested party is far closer to doing a deal because I think they are very close on price with Roland.
“I think the price now is not going to hold up the deal which has got to be good news.”
When asked if he knew how much the bid was Murray explained he did know but wasn’t allowed to say.
On timing Murray said that he still felt February was the most likely month
“As far as timing is concerned, I did say to our staff down at the training ground that I hoped or thought February was the most likely month. As typically happens, once the transfer window is closed we have an interesting situation. Charlton and probably most clubs in this division, lose a substantial amount of money each month, so the onus is on Roland to do a deal as soon as possible but the onus isn’t so much on the buyer because they can’t influence the club too much other than relaunching it. January ending does remove one obvious good point to get involved.”
When asked if Roland Duchatelet would keep the ground and training ground
“I heard this thing that Roland was keeping The Valley and selling the club, no, not that I’m aware.
“To my knowledge this (the sale) would be lock, stock and barrel.
“The training ground for any buyer is quite key as well. They realise that for a club like us the academy is essential and I think Jason (Morgan, chair of the Charlton Athletic Community Trust) is aware that the Trust is very much one of the assets which they (potential buyers) feel is linked to Charlton and can be expanded even further than it has been already.”
When asked if the new owners would consider a move away from The Valley
“From the talks I’ve had it has never once been even mentioned.”
Murray added he would look to ensure fans remain updated during the process.
For more on the Fans’ Forum and to read minutes from previous meetings click here
You can stick your bite sized thread up your arse
...microwave just pinged. Time to tuck into my pot noodle.
@Callumcafc you’ve just gone way, way down in my estimations.
Good to hear that the sale is still on track and that the 21st still looks like the most likely date of completion.
The champagne is literally on ice.
It’s one of those late in the second half moments when it’s looked hopeless but now suddenly maybe....just maybe....
Don't tell Henry but I've heard they're going to promote my Prediction thread because of it's fabulous and exceptional content.
:-)