mykeyb 1,513 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 If he hasnt got the money then surely thats the clubs problem not the FA or FLs issue. He could take out a loan against the club to buy it like the Glaziers did at Manu so I cannot see this being correct. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Robbie09 1,087 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 The concern for me is that both Wilkins and Kelly claimed they have spoken to separate parties connected to the club and they have cast doubt the deal will proceed. It's not simply a case of a newspaper story, there seems to be several sources doubting the takeover. Link to post Share on other sites
VillaChris 7,278 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 I mentioned last week Sale (who's done this column for about 10 years so he's not some no mark journalist like the Talksport guy) put a few lines that the deal was in doubt. And now he comes back with a little more so rightly or wrongly someone somewhere is tipping him off. I just wish it would all get sorted one way or another but if this takeover deal falls through we are in major major trouble. You know what the squad mentality is like here...they'll all be laughing at the club trying to install discipline onto them when the club can't even be sold properly. One thing that unnerved me was that interview Dr Tony did when he got out a bank statement as proof of funds. Is that really something a serious businessman would do, it just struck me as a bit amateurish although that's the only thing I haven't liked from the Doctor, he's been fine in the other interviews. I just don't like the delay, pretty sure the Chelsea and Man. City deals were done overnight. Link to post Share on other sites
cyrusr 1,505 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 This is Ray Wilkins right? The same Ray Wilkins that was an employee of AVFC until he was shown the door. The same one that suggested that he and Sherwood could have saved AVFC from relegation? I think he may not necessarily be an independent view on the topic of AVFC... 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Djemba_Villan 368 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Just now, cyrusr said: This is Ray Wilkins right? The same Ray Wilkins that was an employee of AVFC until he was shown the door. The same one that suggested that he and Sherwood could have saved AVFC from relegation? I think he may not necessarily be an independent view on the topic of AVFC... To turn it around though. He had a reason to claim he/Tim could have saved the club, he has an image to protect and probably a much needed ego in the world of football to protect. What motive does he have to lie about this takeover? He will obviously have connections to the backroom staff at the club. Most of our leaks come out this way. Link to post Share on other sites
cyrusr 1,505 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 2 minutes ago, Djemba_Villan said: To turn it around though. He had a reason to claim he/Tim could have saved the club, he has an image to protect and probably a much needed ego in the world of football to protect. What motive does he have to lie about this takeover? He will obviously have connections to the backroom staff at the club. Most of our leaks come out this way. Fair point. But these could also be the same staff that are also likely to be out of a job soon also so may have an "axe to grind" in that respect. Doesn't hold up the validity of what Ray Wilkins/Talksport are saying IMO. Link to post Share on other sites
terrytini 9,502 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Everything is proceeding exactly as I have forseen. With apologies to D. Sidious Link to post Share on other sites
limvillian 213 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 26 minutes ago, VillaChris said: I mentioned last week Sale (who's done this column for about 10 years so he's not some no mark journalist like the Talksport guy) put a few lines that the deal was in doubt. And now he comes back with a little more so rightly or wrongly someone somewhere is tipping him off. I just wish it would all get sorted one way or another but if this takeover deal falls through we are in major major trouble. You know what the squad mentality is like here...they'll all be laughing at the club trying to install discipline onto them when the club can't even be sold properly. One thing that unnerved me was that interview Dr Tony did when he got out a bank statement as proof of funds. Is that really something a serious businessman would do, it just struck me as a bit amateurish although that's the only thing I haven't liked from the Doctor, he's been fine in the other interviews. I just don't like the delay, pretty sure the Chelsea and Man. City deals were done overnight. There was no fit and proper persons test when Abramovich took over Chelsea and a much more lenient one when City were taken over. Link to post Share on other sites
roadoftrinity 99 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 2 hours ago, John said: He will not get his money and Hollis will not get his bonus because if the buyer fails the F&P test there will be no deal and we will still have RL much against his and our wishes. Yep, but what seems more likely to happen from nearly every other take over is that the owner passes the test and then the club get stuff with a shitty owner. How many owners have failed the test? I have my doubt on the new owner, but you would assume that Hollis has been given evidence that they can afford to buy the club. Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post PieFacE 10,087 Posted June 1, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Tom McGowan@tompmcgowan A representative for Tony Xia tells CNN reports his takeover has fallen through are 'absolute nonsense.' Expects FL/PL response in 10 days+. 5 Link to post Share on other sites
JAMAICAN-VILLAN 15,414 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 6 minutes ago, PieFacE said: Tom McGowan@tompmcgowan A representative for Tony Xia tells CNN reports his takeover has fallen through are 'absolute nonsense.' Expects FL/PL response in 10 days+. Link to post Share on other sites
westholmevillan 418 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Manager about to be appointed and pre-season fixtures announced. That suggests to me that the new owners have already been given the 'nod of approval'. Just tying up a few loose ends now before official announcement IMO! 2 Link to post Share on other sites
cyrusr 1,505 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) Tony has put this up on his Weibo account Now with link: Quote 最近切身感受英国的无良媒体信口开河程度比中国更甚。有人知道英媒的狗仔传统始于何时，谁是鼻祖？ When using my expert Chinese translation skills (also know as Google Translate) is something like this: Quote Britain's recent personal experience unscrupulous media lip extent than China even more. Anybody know the paparazzi tradition began when the British media , who is the originator ? Edited June 1, 2016 by cyrusr Adding link 1 Link to post Share on other sites
JPAngel 383 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 I reckon we need @Deisler123 to translate that! 1 Link to post Share on other sites
cyrusr 1,505 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 3 minutes ago, JPAngel said: I reckon we need @Deisler123 to translate that! His Chinese might be a bit better than mine! 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post Gary Thomas 2,585 Posted June 1, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 2 minutes ago, JPAngel said: I reckon we need @Deisler123 to translate that! Think it says "The forking British media are all words removed" 6 Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post PieFacE 10,087 Posted June 1, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/36426436 Quote Aston Villa: Dr Tony Xia's takeover of Midlands club not in doubt By Pat Murphy Aston Villa will start next season in the Championship following their relegation Aston Villa's takeover by Chinese businessman Dr Tony Xia is not on the verge of collapse. It has been reported that Xia has failed to demonstrate he possesses the necessary funds to complete the deal. But BBC Sport has learned £52m has been paid into an escrow account, ready to be transferred to current Villa owner Randy Lerner. Xia has also provided proof of funds that will guarantee taking on an existing debt of £25m. The same amount will be payable to American Lerner if Villa, who were relegated from the Premier League this season, get back to the top flight within three years. Xia has also provided guarantees to the Premier League and Football League of significant amounts of money to cover the club's operating costs for the next two seasons. A joint enquiry by the two leagues continues and will not be rushed as all aspects of the proposed takeover are scrutinised - including the likely personnel of the new board of directors. Villa remain without a permanent manager to replace Remi Garde, who was sacked in March. Former Everton and Manchester United boss David Moyes, who was on a three-man shortlist for the job, pulled out of the running last week. Ex-West Brom and Chelsea manager Roberto di Matteo remains in the frame. 6 Link to post Share on other sites
nobler 616 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Gregg Evans @greggevans40 48s49 seconds ago Xia has provided the PL and FL with all proof of funds. Takeover not on verge of collapse. #avfc More @birminghammail Link to post Share on other sites
AlwaysAVFC 781 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) 19 minutes ago, cyrusr said: Tony has put this up on his Weibo account Now with link: When using my expert Chinese translation skills (also know as Google Translate) is something like this: Recently felt not good media talking irresponsiblydegree of Britain personal compared with China.Some people know when the dog young traditionof British media begins, who is a first ancestor? From another online translator Edited June 1, 2016 by AlwaysAVFC Link to post Share on other sites
JPAngel 383 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 2 minutes ago, AlwaysAVFC said: Recently felt not good media talking irresponsiblydegree of Britain personal compared with China.Some people know when the dog young traditionof British media begins, who is a first ancestor? From another online translator How is that so much different from the last one Link to post Share on other sites
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