MikeMcKenna

I heard earlier that it very possible that these Americans are representing the Dubai people, so you may well be right.

Cue Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid soundtrack!

I am sure their "understanding" is fair but I hope all parties concerned in this fiasco also undertstand that one man's "understanding" is not neccessarily anothers'

Juju I have enough problems with the fantasy world that is Aston Villa without becoming involved in another!

Yes Rev, but its only a game! This thread is more important than life and death to paraphrase what Bill Shankly said

Malc I partly agree depending on whether we mean the same man! And I also accept that there MAY be more "twists and turns" but I am coming rapidly to the conclusion that time is running out for some and that it MAY only really delay the inevitable. :yawn: :yawn: :yawn: :yawn:

Thetrees, You need to keep an eye on the incoming flights from OHIO Midweek PM!

Why the **** would anyone wonna talk to Doug again after what he said!. Doug is a rude idiot. Jez thats incredibly polite

The Rollercoaster, Part 2, opens at a football club near you soon PB I missed it. Is that all they said, any more details?

Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder. – George Washington I hope Lerner knows this quotation from his former president. I also suggest that IF he ever gets down to negotiating with ellis again that he asks Doug to consider the following before talks begin! * "It still remains true that no justification of virtue will enable a man to be virtuous." * "Prosperity is the measure or touchstone of virtue, for it is less difficult to bear misfortune than to remain uncorrupted by pleasure." * "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power."

Jim I dont think any of those points are true to their full extent. I really think the race is still on and that several groups are still in with a shout!

Malc I think they may have if this goes on much longer. ellis will not imo get away with it again.

I think its a good thing and indicative of stuff happening.

Because if the reports were true they would be in deep shit. It is from Rothschild. It just has the AV logo on it. Highly likely that is driven by Rothchild and other directors covering their arses. But the timing is definitely significant imo.

I think you are very probably right, rumour is that some board members are not happy. What is more I think this is a preface to further imminent events. Cue Lerner?????????

Actually this is very interesting, especially the bit in bold. It is basically answering the rumours that ellis was trying to angle an executive position for himself. I think we can take it folks that they have now said categorically that he isnt and CAN'T !!! I believe this statement is VERY significant!

Definitely not. This was as big a shock to Neville as everyone else Caught everyone on the hop hasn't it True, but in the main scheme of things it doesnt make a great deal of difference. A bid was in the offing anyway.

Definitely not. This was as big a shock to Neville as everyone else

Its definitely true! The Comer Brothers gave up but Neville has kept plugging away and is now very close to making a bid. Before anyone dismisses the guy remember he is Villa through and through. He's a successful businessman with BIG plans for Villa. He needs our support this is a big chance! He's originally fro the Aston Area and has supported Villa for nigh on 46 years.

Personally think they have got the wrong end of the stick, 2 + 2 = 5 type thinking. You may be right but imo its back on again. Here's the scenario: Ellis: F**k Neville and the Comer Brothers if they think they can get the club for 10 mill less. Stridey boy get Rothchilds in here. We'll stick AVFC on the market and get loads of interest at the asking price. Three months later.... Stride: Mr Ellis, sir, Ive called Rothchilds on the the hour every hour for the last three months and they still havent come up with a buyer. D-D-Do Y-Y-You think we should call Neville and the Comers Brothers again? Ellis: Stridey my boy, I'm not getting any younger but I am damned if I'll sell to a couple of itinerant plasters from Galway for less then the asking price!!!!!! Give it a couple more weeks and we'll leak it via someone at the meaning evil that we might be prepared to negotiate!

Sorry this statement really is b*****ks! Football has very little to do with reality for fans whoever they support. It has however a lot to with peoples dreams and therefore living in fantasy land. Long may we revel in past memories and continue to dream of reliving former glories. F**k realityville! The day fans go there is the day most quit following football. Unlike the Egyptian and Roman civilizations you refer to in your analogy, Aston Villa Football Club still exists. It very much has the potential to return to its former greatness once Nero Ellis stops fiddling and f**ks off

Richard are you saying that what ever he does "that DOL is NOT the right manager for us."? What would change your mind? Pardew at West Ham was villified etc etc - but turned it round and they now love him.

Found this picture and snippet about our possble new owners http://tinyurl.com/bfltf

lol

Hi Ian I dont buy the idea that he is trying to hang on. He MUST be selling. If he had no intention of selling the deal would have foundered before now. I dont trust the old bastard one iota BUT the notion that he is trying to hang on to the club just doesnt make sense. There must be something more to why it is taking so long. It has to be related to the value of business 1) Petchey wants to sell 2) The Comers knew the asking price back in Sept/Oct? 3) BUT a year on year, month on month analysis of the finances I am sure will indicate, that the value of the business is declining rapidly I know that football businesses are not strictly valued like a typical business, but there still has to be some kind of formula. AVFC in Sept 2005 was on paper definitely worth more than it is now- this imho is the problem. By not spending they are trying (in the short term only!) to enhance the value