TRO Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 'he who shall not be named' was no good but if anyone attempts to say he was given a chance by the fans then they are nuts. Im not saying he should have been or not, what Im saying is anyone looking in objectively could not possibly suggest he was given a fair crack. Before you have a go I have already stated Im not saying whther that is right or wrong Im saying it's true. I have a similar view. I think the situation he entered in to was Toxic, but I also believe he wasn't equiped for it.I think his heart ruled his head, because I happen to know he was highly delighted securing the villa job. As the season unfolded his luck was draining quicker than the greek economy, but In my humble view, he did not have a plan to help himself, could be circumstances were too colossal....but I never fancied his management from the outset. There were certain things like his style of play that was beginning to be commonplace with him and it was becomming clear he was taking us down. It was all a big mistake, that has now been rectified.... time for us all to move on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioVilla Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Just so you fellas know, breaking news, Randy Lerner is selling the Browns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudevillaisnice Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 really? edit : found the statement.. it's more investment than him selling it off. "In connection with current rumors and press inquiries, I can report that I've been approached by Mr. Jimmy Haslam, who is interested in making an investment in the Cleveland Browns. We are currently in negotiations and both sides have agreed to keep that dialogue and its details private. Given that any transaction would require League approval, care has been taken so that this process will not be disruptive to the organization, in particular the football team, as it prepares for the upcoming season. We will share further details or make an announcement if it becomes necessary." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevangrealish Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Just so you fellas know, breaking news, Randy Lerner is selling the Browns. Really !?!?! ohh thats a shame... :/ Does this mean more money for us or is he going to be greedy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blandy Posted July 27, 2012 Moderator Share Posted July 27, 2012 How do you know this Ohio? Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioVilla Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 It's all over the media here in the states. And while he is saying "investment" we have several ITK's that are saying he will be the majority owner of the Cleveland Browns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioVilla Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Also, it helps living in Cleveland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudevillaisnice Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Interesting, wonder what that means for Villa if it goes through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irreverentad Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Wow big news. I doubt it will affect us due to FFP though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_John_10 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Lucky browns fans. How are the browns fans reacting to the news ohiovilla? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioVilla Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Lucky browns fans. How are the browns fans reacting to the news ohiovilla? The majority of Browns fans do not like Lerner, since he has been a failure since he took the team after his father died. That being said, the new guy is a minority owner in the Pittsburgh Steelers, so there is some natural fan resistance to that as the Browns and Steelers are basically the Sty vs Villa of the NFL. As a Browns fan myself, I would say that losing a billionaire owner is never a good idea, yet I don't think Randy understood American Football at all. It's too bad the local guy couldn't make us a real contender. BTW, in case you are curious, the Browns are worth about $800 million, and I'm sure that Lerner will also make a profit. So it's understandable if Lerner was interested in selling it all off. It's too bad he couldn't do what his father wanted him to do, but I think it's time to move on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCforever1991 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 It's too bad the local guy couldn't make us a real contender. I thought Randy was from Brooklyn? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioVilla Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 It's too bad the local guy couldn't make us a real contender. I thought Randy was from Brooklyn? His father was a huge philanthropist and supporter of Cleveland and the Browns. And Lerner spent some time here and was a huge Browns fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCforever1991 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 It's too bad the local guy couldn't make us a real contender. I thought Randy was from Brooklyn? His father was a huge philanthropist and supporter of Cleveland and the Browns. And Lerner spent some time here and was a huge Browns fan. Ahh ok.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amo69 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 This is potentially superb news for Aston Villa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantis Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Another crack at the top 4 maybe, this time with a decent manager? Yeah I know I'm jumping to conclusions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drat01 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Lucky browns fans. How are the browns fans reacting to the news ohiovilla? You really have a got a serious problem with your pathological hatred of Lerner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCforever1991 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Another crack at the top 4 maybe, this time with a decent manager? Yeah I know I'm jumping to conclusions. Think its more a long term goal :winkold: But you never know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_John_10 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Another crack at the top 4 maybe, this time with a decent manager? Yeah I know I'm jumping to conclusions. It would be great to have more money spent but this time spent with a much more sensible approach and plan. I don't know how it would work with the FFP regulations coming in but i imagine there are loopholes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irreverentad Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Nervous on the reason he is selling. Is it because he hasn't brought success? Is it because he hasn't really loved owning it? or is it, more worryingly, is the Lerner well running dry after divorces, BOA share drop etc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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