BallBoy Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 I am glad that, for once, we have stability moving into the close season and on to the next. This rarely seems to happen with us. We now have a very solid foundation, an ambitious chairman and, hopefully, some finance. I, too, have some misgivings about Cortese's single minded approach and his midas touch is unlikely to last forever. It is, however, much better than the alternative of looking for a new manager and chairman as we prepare for yet another season of improvement. This next step upwards is the toughest of all. I have genuine doubts that we can progress much further without a significant increase in revenue. At least we can have a shot at it now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Good stunt. Get a good feeling amongst the fanbase in time for a winnable final game and the impending 15% hike on ST/ticket prices. Clever bloke that Cortese. Glad he's staying though, not that it was in much doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musesaint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Anyone got a song for Katherina tomorrow? Must be done surely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Sanchez Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 For a happy person like myself I am very happy, argubly the best signing of this coming season, now we can see where his and our dreams are going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torrent Of Abuse Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Delighted it was all sorted before the pre-season. Before the last match FFS. 10 years ago, this would have been a drama that played out over the closed season while Alpine popped like popcorn in a microwave. Nice to see an overwhelmingly positive message via the official site too. Not just an "it's all ok" message but one promising much for the next few years. How unsaintly. How marvellous P.S. I appreciate MLG missed the sarcasm earlier but that's easy enough on a forum. Can we all play the ball and not the man please? It's a forum not a turkey shoot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martel Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ive been a Cortese Cultist from the start but we should also saying a big Thank You to Katharina Liebherr. I would like to second that, finishing what her Father started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cabrone Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Did anyone seriously think that they weren't going to do this deal? SFC has been a really good investment for the Liebherrs thanks to NC and the staff. They weren't going to throw that all away just as the club are at a point where they could push for the big time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelongsaint83 Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ian Darke @IanDarkeESPN Sorry Southampton fans! Manager obviously didn't threaten to leave this week apparently. All a figment of our imagination. Harry Haskett @HarryHaskettPFC @IanDarkeESPN He's obviously only there for the chairman, not the fans, great guy Dan Horton @Real_Dan_Horton @IanDarkeESPN they believe what they want to believe Ian CrossvaderDJ @CrossvaderDJ @IanDarkeESPN their delusions will be their downfall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benali Saint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Great news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ian Darke @IanDarkeESPN Sorry Southampton fans! Manager obviously didn't threaten to leave this week apparently. All a figment of our imagination. Harry Haskett @HarryHaskettPFC @IanDarkeESPN He's obviously only there for the chairman, not the fans, great guy Dan Horton @Real_Dan_Horton @IanDarkeESPN they believe what they want to believe Ian CrossvaderDJ @CrossvaderDJ @IanDarkeESPN their delusions will be their downfall. they are desperate for anything to cling on to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ian Darke @IanDarkeESPN Sorry Southampton fans! Manager obviously didn't threaten to leave this week apparently. All a figment of our imagination. Harry Haskett @HarryHaskettPFC @IanDarkeESPN He's obviously only there for the chairman, not the fans, great guy Dan Horton @Real_Dan_Horton @IanDarkeESPN they believe what they want to believe Ian CrossvaderDJ @CrossvaderDJ @IanDarkeESPN their delusions will be their downfall. Ah, the rush to ensure that they don't look like fools for making a mountain out of a molehill. Swing the argument back at us, good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingeletiss Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 I always said under the right circumstances I would like him to leave. As I never thought he was going to leave I'm not disappointed that he is staying (as I never thought he was going to leave.) You are like an Italian tank.....one forward gear, and six reverse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALWAYS_SFC Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ah, the rush to ensure that they don't look like fools for making a mountain out of a molehill. Swing the argument back at us, good one. Ignore the d i ckheads...desperate for a story... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torrent Of Abuse Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ian Darke @IanDarkeESPN Sorry Southampton fans! Manager obviously didn't threaten to leave this week apparently. All a figment of our imagination. Harry Haskett @HarryHaskettPFC @IanDarkeESPN He's obviously only there for the chairman, not the fans, great guy Dan Horton @Real_Dan_Horton @IanDarkeESPN they believe what they want to believe Ian CrossvaderDJ @CrossvaderDJ @IanDarkeESPN their delusions will be their downfall. Of course, as the masses on Southsea common will attest, the only noble thing is to be there for the FA cup and fukc off when things turn bad. Best not to try to make wine with those sour grapes and just move straight on to making vinegar. Plenty of chips (particularly on shoulders) to soak it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 they are desperate for anything to cling on to Like this?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitch01 Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Best news possible for the club. Cortese is key to our future, and it could be exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintandy666 Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 This is good. Since Markus Liebherr passed away there has always been speculation about whether his daughter was fully committed or not. Now we know she is and we can move on. Excellent news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monk Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Time for us to kick on I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cestrian Saint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Not a Cortese fan but this is good news. At least it brings some stability and it's been resolved quickly, which must be a first for Saints as they usually let things drag on all summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saints boy in Leeds Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 RT @solentsport BREAKING EXCLUSIVE #saintsfc chairman Nicola Cortese to stay at club after talks with owner Katharina Liebherr - more in news at 0800 RT @bigadamsport Up early breaking news for #saintsfc fans - the chairman Nicola Cortese concluded successful strategy talks with owner in Zurich last night Praise the lord, looking foward to next season, hopefully playing in a red and white striped kit ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Warrior Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Just woken up. Switched on BBC text and saw the news grabbed iPad to read this thread . Really excellent news confirming my belief NC was always going to stay . Katherine like her father before her is a quiet unassuming person . They never hog the limelight . She's just happy for all the joy she and her dad gave to all us saints fans . Who can ever forget Her dads massive smile at Wembley when we won the Johnstone paint trophy . One of the most iconic moments for me in the many many years I have supported saints . Ps why do the BBC still try to stir it up . Instead they raise the issue of MP leaving early on in their report about nc . What ****s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faz Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ian Darke @IanDarkeESPN Sorry Southampton fans! Manager obviously didn't threaten to leave this week apparently. All a figment of our imagination. Harry Haskett @HarryHaskettPFC @IanDarkeESPN He's obviously only there for the chairman, not the fans, great guy Dan Horton @Real_Dan_Horton @IanDarkeESPN they believe what they want to believe Ian CrossvaderDJ @CrossvaderDJ @IanDarkeESPN their delusions will be their downfall. Well, he didn't threaten to leave did he? He said if Cortese wasn't there it wouldn't be right for him to be there. He was asked a straight question and gave a straight answer. People chose to interpret it as a threat to leave. Mountains and molehills. Still it, must stick in the craw of famous Pompey fan Mr Darke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintBobby Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 I'm in agreement with alpine_saint. This is a disaster for the club. We are certain to be relegated next season, and possibly even get relegated this weekend. No players will ever sign for Southampton with this level of uncertainty. In other news......get the fook in!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70's Mike Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Well, he didn't threaten to leave did he? He said if Cortese wasn't there it wouldn't be right for him to be there. He was asked a straight question and gave a straight answer. People chose to interpret it as a threat to leave. Mountains and molehills. Still it, must stick in the craw of famous Pompey fan Mr Darke. totally agree WTFILN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Warrior Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Has alpine spoken yet or has he left the forum as previously intimated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Well, he didn't threaten to leave did he? He said if Cortese wasn't there it wouldn't be right for him to be there. He was asked a straight question and gave a straight answer. People chose to interpret it as a threat to leave. Mountains and molehills. Still it, must stick in the craw of famous Pompey fan Mr Darke. now if he'd wrapped it up in a shedload of clichés about controlling the controlables,drawing blue lines,getting off the bus at the terminus and thrown in a quote from The Art of War nobody would have taken a blind bit of notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Under Weststand Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Well not looked since yesterday evening & a nice surprise this morning. Glad this is settled so quickly the Don can carry his vision forward. As for Ian Darke Lol no sour grapes there then. I feel slightly uncomfortable with Pochettino's comments, but I guess he is just being honest & they way of football today. You just have to look at Mancini at city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Who? Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 He is staying, what. Surprise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjii Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 If I took a job on the back of a vision and promises of commitment to back that vision and four months later it all turned out to be baloney I suspect I would consider my options. I really don't see the issue. It's only parochial, tin-pot outfits like Pompey that would even bother running the "here for the love of the club" ******** in the first place. I suspect this was never a big deal. I reckon some journals got wind of the strategy talks and it all escalated. I think Cortese may have played it up a but for the Lolz to be fair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggface Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Great news and great timing. Shame it came out in the media the way it did but it seemed to have a uniting effect which was a positive thing. Agreed seems strange he did not acknowledge the fans IMO. Seems cortese called the trusts bluff a little on this one, but with clarity of ownership and a very positive statement about future plans, everyone seems onside which is great. In the medium term it seems the trust will continue to fund us. Big thanks to the trust and NC for not dragging this out & their continued support. coyr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericb Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Not a Cortese fan but this is good news. At least it brings some stability and it's been resolved quickly, which must be a first for Saints as they usually let things drag on all summer. Very much agree with this, though i do hope we still question the ownership and what they're doing. The last thing i'd want is to bury our heads in the sand skates style Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintBobby Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Has alpine spoken yet or has he left the forum as previously intimated I hope he doesn't leave. It's pure comedy club every time he pops up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOSaint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Ended up being resolved quicker than I thought it would and with the best outcome, we can now look to the summer and next season with renewed optimism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Has alpine spoken yet or has he left the forum as previously intimated told you we should have backed down on his vision for the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsacar saint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Fantastic news,good luck for the foreseeable future Nicola. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Great news. Never thought he'd leave in my heart of hearts, but always a worry with what was being said. Looks like we've got the ownership sorted too with a clear vision. All very positive. 3rd positive is that I can now come and read this forum again as before this news it was even more tedious than normal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Also loving throwing the comments back in the skates faces on Twitter. Yet they still clutch at those straws and saying they're on the up and we're going down. Bless 'em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 For a happy person like myself I am very happy, argubly the best signing of this coming season, now we can see where his and our dreams are going. And you said: http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?44898-Naivety-clapping-and-reality! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Easty Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 And breath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNick Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 "We are now in a position to move forward with our ambitious plans for the Club". Nicola Cortese, 18th May 2013 And this is Cortese's ambition for the club... is that the Spinnaker Tower on top of the building? clad in glass and diamonds. We may just buy it as a mere trinket to play with, the rumour is that we are also going to have the Victory brought here as the RN are worried it will be renamed the Home Defeat if it stays in Pompey any longer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 The only person coming out of this looking like a fool is our media muppet manager Pinocchio. English and media lessons essential for him this summer!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brussels Saint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 It was all a clever ruse to allow them to change the club crest without us noticing! Get behind the gold ffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 It was all a clever ruse to allow them to change the club crest without us noticing! Get behind the gold ffs. changed the shirt without us noticing why not the club crest. Think the stripes are probably gone for ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloridaMarlin Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 "Still it, must stick in the craw of famous Pompey fan Mr Darke." Who has now been usurped as Sky's top boxing commentator by dyed-in-the-wool Saints fain Nick Halling, by the looks of things. 'Inky's' decision to join ESPN is not looking so hot now Sky have bumped them off their platform, and BT are picking them up piecemeal. I suppose he's hoping to get some football commentaries off BT next season, although they might have their team in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 The only person coming out of this looking like a fool is our media muppet manager Pinocchio. English and media lessons essential for him this summer!!! Is poch the new guly ?! New material needed buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pap Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Sarcasm on an interent forum is hard to determine without tone. This is true, but if you'd read the other thread, and witnessed the posters claiming that NC was a poor to average chairman, it'd make more sense. Our twice digging friend hit a veritable goldmine when people pretended to know about football. It was good for lols. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blood and skin Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Though it may likely have been a ploy, there are very few people willing to put their job and career on the line, the fact other were also willing to do so, shows that there is a definite togetherness about the club, I believe NC got exactly the kind of commitment he needed to put Saints into the top of the top League, it may take a few seasons, but Saints are not only here to stay in the PL, but will be pushing for top four in three seasons? LIVE THE DREAM! By the way...Pompey a good local community team, soon to be in the local league! " How must it feel to be Pompey....how must it feel to be poor?" Even Bright and Bourne are now two leagues above them! The Shame! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 If Katharina is unmarried I wonder of she'd be open to an offer from a Saints' fan carrying a bottle of Bourbon and 100 Viagra tablets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aintforever Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 Great news, wasn't expecting that when I logged on. Onwards and upwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Sanchez Posted 18 May, 2013 Share Posted 18 May, 2013 One classy broad that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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