DIC latest - the largely wild speculation thread

[Steve001]

Stop it Lector, you know there is no room for sense on these forums. Too much of that goes against current perceptions and all you are doing is muddying the waters.

[Vermilion]

I agree, but to be fair, they would possibly not need to be reminded by the Granada board member, it is standard stuff they would already be fully versed in.
Can you imagine what Granada would have done if a higher bid had been ignored?

All they needed to do was go away, count to 10 & consider the next move, give DIC time to consider also.NOT sell to someone because of Bid size, but Consider what's best for the Club, which is, after all is said & done Why Moores was selling in the 1st place.

[Steve001]

All they needed to do was go away, count to 10 & consider the next move, give DIC time to consider also.NOT sell to someone because of Bid size, but Consider what's best for the Club, which is, after all is said & done Why Moores was selling in the 1st place.

Sure, Moore’s could have decided at that stage not to sell to anyone, he had that right. For whatever reason he felt that G&H were the best option...... (re: only option at that stage)
I wonder what fans would have said if they had not opted for an offer. Remember, we were 3 years into a search for new owners and all the paranoia about loosing £10M of European (or wherever) development funding if we did not act? I am not trying to defend Moore’s, I said earlier I think he ****ed up but, hindsight is a very defined science and it is so easy to criticise after the event.

[Vermilion]

Was there also not reports that for 5 days while DIC tried to call or contact Moores/Parry with regards to closing the deal, their call's were'nt even answered, They even Hid from Dic's representitive at one game.
I could be mixing this up but i'm sure i heard this was the case.

[Sarb]

Was there also not reports that for 5 days while DIC tried to call or contact Moores/Parry with regards to closing the deal, their call's were'nt even answered, They even Hid from Dic's representitive at one game.
I could be mixing this up but i'm sure i heard this was the case.

yep I heard about the not returning the calls...probably because Moores had a better offer

[Vermilion]

Sure, Moore’s could have decided at that stage not to sell to anyone, he had that right. For whatever reason he felt that G&H were the best option...... (re: only option at that stage)
I wonder what fans would have said if they had not opted for an offer. Remember, we were 3 years into a search for new owners and all the paranoia about loosing £10M of European (or wherever) development funding if we did not act? I am not trying to defend Moore’s, I said earlier I think he ****ed up but, hindsight is a very defined science and it is so easy to criticise after the event.

If they were honest with the fans, that H&G HAD to be considered, DIC then pulled out, but that in turn H&G are not suitable for the club. If that was the truth. Get in there, 0-1. Jaskelinen cock up.

[Steve001]

Was there also not reports that for 5 days while DIC tried to call or contact Moores/Parry with regards to closing the deal, their call's were'nt even answered, They even Hid from Dic's representitive at one game.
I could be mixing this up but i'm sure i heard this was the case.

I have to say, I don’t think I remember that...............

[Rashid]

Oh dear - its all coming back to me.

A club statement said: "Liverpool FC today announced that the board have agreed the terms of an offer for the club from Mr George Gillett and Mr Tom Hicks.

"The board are unanimously recommending that the club's shareholders accept this offer."

Moores added: "This club is my passion and forms a huge part of my life. After much careful consideration, I have agreed to sell my shares to assist in securing the investment needed for the new stadium and for the playing squad.

"I urge all my fellow shareholders to do the same and to support the offer. By doing so, I believe you will be backing the successful future of Liverpool.

"I am also delighted to accept the offer from the Hicks and Gillett families to continue my involvement in the club by becoming honorary life president."

Liverpool chief executive Rick Parry added: "This is great for Liverpool, our supporters and the shareholders - it is the beginning of a new era for the club.

"They are bringing to the table tremendous and relevant experience, a passion for sport, real resources and a strong commitment to the traditions of Liverpool.

"Their approach represents exactly the sort of genuine partnership that Liverpool has been seeking over recent times.

"We know that George and Tom want a long-term relationship with Liverpool and that they also understand the importance of investing in our success both on and off the field.

"They have made clear their intention to move as quickly as practicable on the financing and construction of our proposed new stadium at Stanley Park and also to support investment in the playing squad.

"This has been an important time for the club. We now have the right partners for the future. I am absolutely certain we have now ended up in the right place, with owners who will help the club succeed and prosper.

Hicks, who also owns the Texas Rangers baseball team, joined forces with Gillett to gazump rival bidders DIC last week.

Arrangements over the future of Liverpool's new stadium appear to have clinched the deal.

Hicks has built up a reputation for developing state-of-the-art stadia for his teams.

But his presence apparently ensured that Liverpool will not have to share their new Stanley Park ground with neighbours Everton.

In Gillett's original solo approach he had indicated he wanted a ground-share arrangement to cut costs and maximise income.

Gillett has impressed Liverpool with his proposals and the speed at which he completed due diligence - the process of investigation by potential investors - in three days.

The 68-year-old American has also stressed his experience in running successful sporting operations.

It is thought to be the first time that two owners of rival sports clubs in one league have combined to purchase a club in another.

Liverpool will become the third Premiership side to come under the control of American owners, following the takeovers of Manchester United and Aston Villa in recent years.

A joint statement from Gillett and Hicks said: "Liverpool is a fantastic club with a remarkable history and a passionate fanbase.

"We fully acknowledge and appreciate the unique heritage and rich history of Liverpool and intend to respect this heritage in the future.

"The Hicks family and the Gillett family are extremely excited about continuing the club's legacy and tradition.

"We are particularly pleased that David Moores and Rick Parry will have a continuing involvement in the club. For us continuity and stability are keys to the future."

[Vermilion]

Reading that makes me even MORE ANNOYED with them. So many FALSE startements.

[Steve001]

If they were honest with the fans, that H&G HAD to be considered, DIC then pulled out, but that in turn H&G are not suitable for the club. If that was the truth.

But I think they thought G&H (Well G anyway) were suitable..... Wrong I grant you but then we have the benefit of hindsight......

And at the expense of getting a lot of flak, I am not yet convinced that GG is not trying to do the right thing in trying to sell out to DIC! Sooner or later we should know the answer to that! If he sells to Hicks, then I will have my answer but let's wait and see.......

[Vermilion]

But I think they thought G&H (Well G anyway) were suitable..... Wrong I grant you but then we have the benefit of hindsight......

And at the expense of getting a lot of flak, I am not yet convinced that GG is not trying to do the right thing in trying to sell out to DIC! Sooner or later we should know the answer to that! If he sells to Hicks, then I will have my answer but let's wait and see.......

Agreed, i also share your view on G, however i have a nagging doubt that the fall out between H&G may be a rouse,I could by now just be paranoid though.

[Sprouty]

http://forum.football365.com/index.php?t=msg&th=25269&start=0&

[jrd7]

Was there also not reports that for 5 days while DIC tried to call or contact Moores/Parry with regards to closing the deal, their call's were'nt even answered, They even Hid from Dic's representitive at one game.
I could be mixing this up but i'm sure i heard this was the case.

Was exactly the case. Confirmed by DIC

[Steve001]

Agreed, i also share your view on G, however i have a nagging doubt that the fall out between H&G may be a rouse,I could by now just be paranoid though.

I do hope we are both right about G......

[MrMichael]

Why is this threat yet again being hijacked by people wanting to discuss the Rafa situation????

Please go use one of the many rafa threats for that instead!!!

FFS Boring as ****, at least try to stick to the topic as appose to just having slanging matches.

Enough of that. Hijack removed to http://www.est1892.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=48392 for now, until I can be arsed to find another thread to merge it with.