On 11/10/2012 09:28, Eric B wrote:
I reckon the LUST has never been right about any of the "imminent"
statements and all that. They ve set some expectations that were never
met. The LUST has been too chatty without substance.
This is what I understand LUST's position to be (a position with quite
some substance, Eric) and if any of this is wrong I would expect them to
alter it (and yes I do recognise things do chage). Perhaps LUST will
say just exactly who it was they made contact with as that would clarify
whether or not the Clubs statement has any substance :-) Anyroad here
is what I see as their definitive position:
(They) have made contact with representatives of GFH Capital, to
ascertain whether their plans for the club accord with the hopes of our
8,300 members.
From (their) discussions, (they) can say that:
- GFH Capital are very confident that a deal will be concluded in the
near future. They have no major issues left to negotiate, and do not
consider their lawyers to be delaying the deal unduly. The details of
the deal are being concluded by the respective legal teams,
- They intend this deal to be a full takeover of Leeds United. Ken
Bates will leave the club and David Haigh will take control,
- They view Leeds United as a long term project, and denied any
intention to 'flip' the club. They could not answer questions about
funding due to confidentiality agreements, but insist they have a
strategy for success and the funds to achieve it,
- They confirmed that investment and success on the pitch are at the
top of their agenda. Regaining ownership of Elland Road will also be a
key aim. They agreed with us that dwindling attendances at Elland Road
are a sign of supporter dissatisfaction, and that bringing the crowds
back should be a priority,
- In line with our Vision Statement, they understand the importance of
working with all supporters and supporters' groups, the local council,
police, businesses and the local community, and building positive
relations with all.
For our part, given their status as current bidders and their confidence
that they will soon conclude a takeover, we welcome GFH Capital's
assurances regarding the aims and ambitions of our Vision Statement.
However, while we acknowledge the need for confidentiality, we retain
some concerns over the lack of information about their sources of
funding, and will seek clarification of this as a priority should their
bid be successful.
We would also stress that, should GFH Capital successfully conclude
their takeover, they will be judged by Leeds fans on actions, not words.
LUST are guided by our Vision Statement, which has the support of over
8,300 Leeds fans who have joined the Trust as members and shareholders.
Our role will always be to work towards a club that is ambitious on the
pitch, and open and inclusive off it, whoever is in charge.
That seems pretty reasonable and honest to me and it certainly suggests
that Bates (and by implication from the statement) GFH are playing the
very games that we always expect when Bates is involved in anything.
Bates is impossible though so anything could happen.
Betty
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