fromthedell Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Interestingly, heard a strong rumour that Southampton may be due new owners/investors. Current chairman Cortese has been abroad with the owners over the last few weeks finalising the sale. Not sure if he's staying as part of the deal though. The new deal is fronted by ex Saints COO Andy Oldknow with the money coming from the Middle East. Not Man City rich, but stil very rich. Only dela in announcing is the 'fit and proper' test on the new owners - but that's expected to be a formality."" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Omg! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyR Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Need the new season to start soon!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 I've got Andy Oldknow's mobile nos so I will text him to find out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-Armstrong Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 How come you didn't post that until it was confirmed by someone on here that Cortese was on holiday? Hmmmm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snopper Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Didn`t Oldknow have something of a `reputation` last time he was at Saints? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysaint Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Not Andy Knowall for the third time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasoneuelllfanclub Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 this is from the ever reliable rumours site http://www.football-rumours.co.uk/southampton-rumours.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avenue Saint Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Lol.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Bateman Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Welcome to 2008. Is that you Tommi-short-sleeved-shirt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rshephard3 Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 If the person who wrote that on football rumours doesn't know if we are due new OWNERS or a new INVESTOR then I give the story very little credibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buctootim Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Damn. I was about to throw my leiderhosen away and get my gold camel racing saddle out in celebration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anothersaintinsouthsea Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Is this from the same source as all of Corp Ho's pimpey takeover rumours a couple of years back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 To be honest if the actual owners aren't really interested I could see NC putting a consortium together to buy them out, doubt if it would change very much for the club though. Can't see NC going anywhere else at any time soon, wouldn't be surprised if he quite likes running a football club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchen_dan Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 (edited) I'm sure Cortese once said in one of his BBC interviews that if ever the Liebherr family wanted to pull out of the club, he has people with serious funds ready to step in, take over and continue bankrolling the club, We are in no problems. EDIT: I was right. Video at bottom of this page - 1:30 onwards... http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/s/southampton/9269293.stm "Southampton are in a very strong position and people envy that fact," he said. "If there's any lack of commitment [from the family] we have a plan B. I know people with money who would have the same attitude as Markus who would join us on this. But, just to underline, the commitment of the family is 100%." Edited 7 August, 2012 by itchen_dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Ah, been a good year since we heard the club is for sale.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COMEONYOUREDS Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 skate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 (edited) This is an ongoing recycled rumour that won't go away. No doubt absolute b0ll0cks, and any grain of credibility was gone with mention of Oldknow. My recollection is that Oldknow left Saints under a cloud the second time, and possibly imvolved a dispute with NC, but that was some time ago so a bit blurred. Also, once put the name Andy Oldknow in a anagram generator, it came back with 'only odd w^nk ' . Edited 7 August, 2012 by Badger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysaint Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Andy Oldknow is a Director of Octagon http://www.octagonmiddleeast.com/en.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 I think we can safely dismiss this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shane d Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Rumour it's Qatari Royal family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericofarabia Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Interestingly, heard a strong rumour that Southampton may be due new owners/investors. Current chairman Cortese has been abroad with the owners over the last few weeks finalising the sale. Not sure if he's staying as part of the deal though. The new deal is fronted by ex Saints COO Andy Oldknow with the money coming from the Middle East. Not Man City rich, but stil very rich. Only dela in announcing is the 'fit and proper' test on the new owners - but that's expected to be a formality."" Well it's not me!! Maybe Phil is buying The Club as a Wedding Present for Future Mrs DP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleysfc Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Is this the rumour Hypo was on about the other day or was that Alexei Cherednik's bid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skintsaint Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Its the PST's backup takeover plan... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Just a rumour but ever since the death of Marcus Leibherr the long term ownership has been open to question. If true, could it be a reason for transfer activity appearing to pause? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simo Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Thought you were going to say about "agentsaint" On twitter and his lambert has handed in a transfer request rumor lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Just a rumour but ever since the death of Marcus Leibherr the long term ownership has been open to question. If true, could it be a reason for transfer activity appearing to pause? No Haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windmill Arm 2 Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 interestingly, heard a strong rumour that southampton may be due new owners/investors. Current chairman cortese has been abroad with the owners over the last few weeks finalising the sale. Not sure if he's staying as part of the deal though. The new deal is fronted by ex saints coo andy oldknow with the money coming from the middle east. Not man city rich, but stil very rich. Only dela in announcing is the 'fit and proper' test on the new owners - but that's expected to be a formality."" faaaaaaaaaaaaark orrrrrrfffff!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windmill Arm 2 Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Just a rumour but ever since the death of Marcus Leibherr the long term ownership has been open to question. If true, could it be a reason for transfer activity appearing to pause?How has transfer activity 'paused'???? FOUR signings so far, that not good enough for you?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkSFC Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 How has transfer activity 'paused'???? FOUR signings so far, that not good enough for you?? If we do not sign anyone else I will expect to see us in the bottom 3 come May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cellone Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Will the new owner be happy with daleks yoyo plan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 This is an ongoing recycled rumour that won't go away. No doubt absolute b0ll0cks, and any grain of credibility was gone with mention of Oldknow. My recollection is that Oldknow left Saints under a cloud the second time, and possibly imvolved a dispute with NC, but that was some time ago so a bit blurred. Also, once put the name Andy Oldknow in a anagram generator, it came back with 'only odd w^nk ' . He was brought in by Cortese as someone who knew the club and help out in the early days after the takeover. I understand Oldknow was expecting a permanent role but never got one, hence felt a bit used and didn't go on the best of terms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 This is rubbish IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint michael Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Rumour it's Qatari Royal family. I'm in Doha so will nip and have a word with them..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreemantleSaint Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 I doubt this story has any truth in it. Cortese's actions in improving the academy infrastructure and stated intention to eventually increase the stadium capacity (or even build a new one) suggests to me that he and the Liebherr family are in it for the long term and I really hope they are. Although their investment has given us a considerable advantage in the transfer market they've spent money wisely on players with the right attitude and are applying sound business sense to running the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ART Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 More likely Cortese's has found friends capable of a Pompey takeover that would make money. Raising the Titanic and restoring the wreak to former glory would be more likely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHAPEL END CHARLIE Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 I see no actual evidence presented to support this rumour, but the possibility that the club might indeed be up for sale should not just be dismissed out of hand. Given the circumstances a change of ownership can only be a matter of time anyway ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legod Third Coming Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Tell me which football club is not for sale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 I see no actual evidence presented to support this rumour, but the possibility that the club might indeed be up for sale should not just be dismissed out of hand. Given the circumstances a change of ownership can only be a matter of time anyway ..... What evidence do you expect? For sale signs outside of SMS? Adverts in the paper? Something on eBay? I'm sure if someone offered the Libherrs £100m they'd seriously consider it. It's just the usual Bol*ocks rumours that go round now and again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHAPEL END CHARLIE Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 I don't "expect" any evidence at all - I merely point out that none is forthcoming. Is it your belief that the Liebherr family will bankroll this club for evermore just because it was their late fathers dream ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Andy Oldknow is a Director of Octagon http://www.octagonmiddleeast.com/en.htmlYour point being? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micky Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Is this the Saints Takeover Saga thread.....???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Wayman Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 and his lambert has handed in a transfer request rumor lol Joke maybe but Ricky didn't play against Wolves on Saturday due to a mystery minor injury...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 Joke maybe but Ricky didn't play against Wolves on Saturday due to a mystery minor injury...... But he was fine enough to play today, therefore what you said means nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maysie Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 But he was fine enough to play today, therefore what you said means nothing. You bit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVEADAMS Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 I doubt this story has any truth in it. Cortese's actions in improving the academy infrastructure and stated intention to eventually increase the stadium capacity (or even build a new one) suggests to me that he and the Liebherr family are in it for the long term and I really hope they are. Although their investment has given us a considerable advantage in the transfer market they've spent money wisely on players with the right attitude and are applying sound business sense to running the club. And some common sense here. Do people really think we'd be sending out teasers of stadium expansions, training ground expansions etc etc, if they were looking to sell. It's about time people just started to enjoy where we are going and appreciate it after the last 7 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legod Third Coming Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 And some common sense here. Do people really think we'd be sending out teasers of stadium expansions, training ground expansions etc etc, if they were looking to sell. It's about time people just started to enjoy where we are going and appreciate it after the last 7 years. If you think about it, that is EXACTLY what you would do if you were looking to sell... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windmill Arm 2 Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 If we do not sign anyone else I will expect to see us in the bottom 3 come May.And you expected us to finish 2nd last season right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kraken Posted 7 August, 2012 Share Posted 7 August, 2012 (edited) If you think about it, that is EXACTLY what you would do if you were looking to sell... Really? How so? I'm not sure how lashing out £15M on an upgraded training ground that can't be seen yet (and apparently is over the top in requirements given that we've already achieved top ranking in Premier League Academy ratings without it) is any surefire way to sell a club and maximise profits. Edit; I forgot the ;-) thing..... Edited 7 August, 2012 by The Kraken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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