A "promise" from Hicks
Sorry if this has been posted already but I just stumbled over this little comment from you know who...
Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks vows to play more active role in club despite fan backlash ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks has signaled his desire to play a decisive role in the club’s future, despite opposition from fans.
Supporters angered by the ownership of Hicks and fellow American George Gillett Jr. last week launched a member-share scheme to try to raise 500 million pounds (US$995 million; euro670 million) for a takeover bid.
But Hicks won’t be driven into selling his stake to either "Share Liverpool FC" or UAE-based group Dubai International Capital,
"I’m anticipating a more active role in Liverpool," Hicks told The Associated Press at the Texas Rangers baseball franchise he also owns. "I really don’t want to comment more at this point."
Hicks wouldn’t be pressed on the club’s financial stability.
The attempted fans’ takeover was prompted by heightened concerns about the club’s debts stemming from a 350 million pound(US$682 million; euro470 million) refinancing deal agreed last month on the loan used to purchase the Reds a year ago.
Fan anger also stems from the perceived undermining of popular manager Rafa Benitez, with ex-Germany coach Juergen Klinsmann approached by Hicks as a possible replacement.
The 18-time English champion is fifth in the Premier League standings, 17 points behind leader Arsenal.
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Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks vows to play more active role in club despite fan backlash ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks has signaled his desire to play a decisive role in the club’s future, despite opposition from fans.
Supporters angered by the ownership of Hicks and fellow American George Gillett Jr. last week launched a member-share scheme to try to raise 500 million pounds (US$995 million; euro670 million) for a takeover bid.
But Hicks won’t be driven into selling his stake to either "Share Liverpool FC" or UAE-based group Dubai International Capital,
"I’m anticipating a more active role in Liverpool," Hicks told The Associated Press at the Texas Rangers baseball franchise he also owns. "I really don’t want to comment more at this point."
Hicks wouldn’t be pressed on the club’s financial stability.
The attempted fans’ takeover was prompted by heightened concerns about the club’s debts stemming from a 350 million pound(US$682 million; euro470 million) refinancing deal agreed last month on the loan used to purchase the Reds a year ago.
Fan anger also stems from the perceived undermining of popular manager Rafa Benitez, with ex-Germany coach Juergen Klinsmann approached by Hicks as a possible replacement.
The 18-time English champion is fifth in the Premier League standings, 17 points behind leader Arsenal.
071124 feb 08GMT
"I’m anticipating a more active role in Liverpool," = New Manager next season
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