Re: Development

by bobjimwilly Tue 27 Aug - 20:18:25

Here's food for thought - if it is true that TB and DW can only put in the same as JR, and JR, say, didn't want to put any more money in (hence he was in strong favour of the SC takeover), then wouldn't TB and DW hands be tied?

Here's more food for thought - who's idea was it to bring in Mr McKay a couple of years ago, that totally messed things up for the season and could have had lasting damage if Saunders and Flynn hadn't performed somewhat of a miracle?

And seeing as though we mostly stating opinions and speculation here (not fact, Doncaster Free Press journos!) on here, IMO there other deal, which is very much still on the table, would be a better one for Rovers as it's not a takeover, and TB very much knows who the backer is, whereas no-one knows who is behind SC.

by SPROTYROVER Tue 27 Aug - 22:56:11

Well its nice to hear that the other deal isn't dead in the water but you must admit us mushrooms being kept in the dark about what is happening can only suspect "SHENANIGANS!!!!!" Evil or Very Mad

by bobjimwilly Tue 27 Aug - 23:00:52

SPROTYROVER wrote:Well its nice to hear that the other deal isn't dead in the water but you must admit us mushrooms being kept in the dark about what is happening can only suspect "SHENANIGANS!!!!!"

I don't know much more than that, but all I know is when someone sends a letter threatening to sue you and/or your organisation, before even trying to make contact with you or address any problems they may have, then you tend to assume the worse from the get go. For example, the VSC, it's members and directors, aren't going to think this is someone they look forward to dealing with in the future? Neutral

by SPROTYROVER Tue 27 Aug - 23:15:33

Fair does Bob, but you know a bit more than we do, most fans are working off the JR news feeds. If TB and co have something positive to say they should say it!

by bobjimwilly Tue 27 Aug - 23:17:10

SPROTYROVER wrote:Fair does Bob, but you know a bit more than we do, most fans are working off the JR news feeds. If TB and co have something positive to say they should say it!

I understand mosts fans frustrations with the situation, but TB just doesn't seem to be the sort that says much in public, especially concerning issues of a particularly sensitive nature. In fact, he doesn't really say much in the public-eye at all, and just let's the club announce things.

by SPROTYROVER Tue 27 Aug - 23:26:44

That's fine cut and paste this for him.........
"Terry Bramhall would like Doncaster Rovers fans to know that he is currently working on the alternate offer which he mentioned at the last Directors meeting. an announcement will be made before the closure of the transfer Window."
My 'Consultancy Fee' is now £55K !!!

by **hoolahoop** Wed 28 Aug - 9:12:33

It's a strange situation when owners of the same company choose to 'deal with' different takeover/investment bids.
It strikes me that they almost find it impossible to communicate with each other and have entitely differing agendas concerning a company that they ALL run. Highly highly unusual in the extreme and on the surface very unprofessional way of going about things.
Time is running out for all of those involved and certainly the patience of the rank and file supporter of OUR club.

Get it sorted out JR, TB DW and GB FAST......................

by SkellowRover Wed 28 Aug - 21:02:34

Well now it's time to see how commited the owners are with Wabara playing his last game on Saturday with a contract offer on the table pending investment and JR publically saying last night that he was hoping to progress in the cup to sign Wellens.