TNT Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I think i and many other Saints fans are looking beyond the 'Le Tissier' PR and wondering who exactly he has aligned himself too. Money is one thing and there has been no talk of 'investment' it has to be said. But the most important thing is those making the decisions. That is where SFC has gone wrong for many years and now sees us in League 1. So who is behind this MLT lot ? All we know is wealthy property and land owners based in London ( i presume). I hate the fact we are getting thrown into something and us fans know nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Dunno - wonder if he does? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fozzybear Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 All the mystery is doing my head in.... think i might just switch the router off for the next few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorpie the sinner Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Maybe Matt will let everyone know on SSN!!! lol not!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I fully expect him to say, "It would not be appropriate for me to say, but I think it will be within the next 24 hours, now I'm off to Stoneham for a quick round". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzo Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I've heard (and before you all shoot me down in flames, I can't be sure how accurate this is, and I don't claim to be ITK). But I have heard that the Pinnacle group backed by MLT has some links to Rupert Lowe. What these links are I don't know. But apparently it is on their website. I tried to look, but there are a lot of websites for companies called Pinnacle on Google and I have no idea which is the correct one. Like I said, I don't know how accurate this is. But it does make sense. I mean, how better to win fan support, and deflect the spotlight from links to our beloved ex-chairman, than to win endorsement from our biggest modern-day legend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I've heard (and before you all shoot me down in flames, I can't be sure how accurate this is, and I don't claim to be ITK). But I have heard that the Pinnacle group backed by MLT has some links to Rupert Lowe. What these links are I don't know. But apparently it is on their website. I tried to look, but there are a lot of websites for companies called Pinnacle on Google and I have no idea which is the correct one. Like I said, I don't know how accurate this is. But it does make sense. I mean, how better to win fan support, and deflect the spotlight from links to our beloved ex-chairman, than to win endorsement from our biggest modern-day legend?I appreciate that you are only posting something you have heard might be true. Please appreciate the fact that I would like to say that it is also complete nonsense. MLT would never knowingly back a consortium that include RL - IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzo Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I appreciate that you are only posting something you have heard might be true. Please appreciate the fact that I would like to say that it is also complete nonsense. MLT would never knowingly back a consortium that include RL - IMHO. To be honest that was my initial thought as well. But it was something I heard so thought it might be worth sharing. It might be that the link is so tenuous that it's hardly worth mentioning, or that it is complete balls. Just sharing something I've heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 To be honest that was my initial thought as well. But it was something I heard so thought it might be worth sharing. It might be that the link is so tenuous that it's hardly worth mentioning, or that it is complete balls. Just sharing something I've heard. I can 100% categorically state the Pinnacle consortium does not involve R Lowe esq. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadhall Saint Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I appreciate that you are only posting something you have heard might be true. Please appreciate the fact that I would like to say that it is also complete nonsense. MLT would never knowingly back a consortium that include RL - IMHO. Same as that. I think MLT would rather poke himself in the eye with a blunt stick than have anything to do with the Ex chairman (who shall remain nameless). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damers Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 So FF are you confident they will get a deal done? Also will it make us smile a little........its been a long time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostBoys Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I've heard (and before you all shoot me down in flames, I can't be sure how accurate this is, and I don't claim to be ITK). But I have heard that the Pinnacle group backed by MLT has some links to Rupert Lowe. What these links are I don't know. But apparently it is on their website. I tried to look, but there are a lot of websites for companies called Pinnacle on Google and I have no idea which is the correct one. Like I said, I don't know how accurate this is. But it does make sense. I mean, how better to win fan support, and deflect the spotlight from links to our beloved ex-chairman, than to win endorsement from our biggest modern-day legend? How could MLT support Stupert Lowe after his comments about him in the press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 So FF are you confident they will get a deal done? Also will it make us smile a little........its been a long time! I really don't know if it will be done or not. Delicately poised I reckon. I think there is reasonable to substantial wealth involved in this consortium but I suppose it all boils down to how serious the investors are and ultimately what their motives are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weston Saint Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I really don't know if it will be done or not. Delicately poised I reckon. I think there is reasonable to substantial wealth involved in this consortium but I suppose it all boils down to how serious the investors are and ultimately what their motives are.Interesting you say "ultimately what their motives are" If my guess is correct it still sits comfortably with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorpie the sinner Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Well, Matt looks quite happy on SSN!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ypbl Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I think i and many other Saints fans are looking beyond the 'Le Tissier' PR and wondering who exactly he has aligned himself too. Money is one thing and there has been no talk of 'investment' it has to be said. But the most important thing is those making the decisions. That is where SFC has gone wrong for many years and now sees us in League 1. So who is behind this MLT lot ? All we know is wealthy property and land owners based in London ( i presume). I hate the fact we are getting thrown into something and us fans know nothing. I know this is going to sound stupid, but I heard (from a friend of Lynam's) that the money was coming from either someone involved with RBS (I posted this a couple of weeks ago) or The National Bank of Abu Dhabi. Sorry, but I have no more information on this, and don't even know if it's accurate or not. Make of it what you will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ponty Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Does it matter at this stage? This is looking increasingly like the only hope we have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRobbie Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Does it matter at this stage? This is looking increasingly like the only hope we have. I dont see it like that. I think it is the bid - one of many - that Fry has wittled the options down to. One point I will say, this isnt MLTs bid it is someone elses - Matt has obviously been approached to support it and seems genuinely excited enough to allow it to bear his name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit2 Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 To be honest that was my initial thought as well. But it was something I heard so thought it might be worth sharing. It might be that the link is so tenuous that it's hardly worth mentioning, or that it is complete balls. Just sharing something I've heard. Like Duncan says above RL is not involved at all with Pinnacle. A few people on here do know the names involved but their anonymity is something they wish to keep (so if you do know please dont go mentioing names). Some people will ask why? I honestly dont know the answer to that, but personally I see nothing bad behind it. As for when the deal will be done, well I have been told that there are few legal issues to be resolved that have crept up and they are at this time still sifting through the in and outs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Like Duncan says above RL is not involved at all with Pinnacle. A few people on here do know the names involved but their anonymity is something they wish to keep. Some people will ask why? I honestly dont know the answer to that, but personally I see nothing bad behind it. As for when the deal will be done, well I have been told that there are few legal issues to be resolved that have crept up and they are atthis time still sifting through the in and outs Do you know who is involved? Do you still expect a deal to be done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Like Duncan says above RL is not involved at all with Pinnacle. A few people on here do know the names involved but their anonymity is something they wish to keep. Some people will ask why? I honestly dont know the answer to that, but personally I see nothing bad behind it. As for when the deal will be done, well I have been told that there are few legal issues to be resolved that have crept up and they are atthis time still sifting through the in and outs We dont seem to know much about the bidders or the other twenty eight or who showed an interset. I wonder who they were and why they did not bid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amesbury Saint Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Do you know who is involved? Do you still expect a deal to be done? and by when? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 We dont seem to know much about the bidders or the other twenty eight or who showed an interset. I wonder who they were and why they did not bid. Most were probably fans who wanted to try it on. Apparently loads dropped out once we were relegated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNT Posted 16 May, 2009 Author Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Matt wearing a tie today on Soccer Saturday Must be off to meet someone later today.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I'm past the point of caring now. All we can do is wait and see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNT Posted 16 May, 2009 Author Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I do have a couple of names to hand but i cant think they would be allowed on here ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I do have a couple of names to hand but i cant think they would be allowed on here ? I hope now realise you PM box is about to be invaded with spam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit2 Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I do have a couple of names to hand but i cant think they would be allowed on here ? anonymity ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctoroncall Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 anonymity ! is that their first name or surname? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 is that their first name or surname? The Surname is Brown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bridge too far Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 The Surname is Brown. No - that's Capability, not Anonymity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amesbury Saint Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 The Surname is Brown. Admiral Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Majestic Channon Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 Anyone got the link where i can watch soccer saturday via media player? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggface Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I think it's best anyone who has the names (& there are a few) keep them to themselves until the deal is complete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morph Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I think it's best anyone who has the names (& there are a few) keep them to themselves until the deal is complete. Doggface, Are you confident that the Pinnacle guys, if successful, will be OK for us. Regards Morph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Block 5 Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I think that all the names should be out in the open so that we can trawl the internet to determine which yachts we should be tracking. I also feel that it is imperative that we have some earlobe measurements so we can evaluate any potential new owners true suitability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miserableoldgit Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I think that all the names should be out in the open so that we can trawl the internet to determine which yachts we should be tracking. I also feel that it is imperative that we have some earlobe measurements so we can evaluate any potential new owners true suitability. And I hope that they don`t wear short sleeved shirts with a tie. That would kill the whole thing for me!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubsaint Posted 16 May, 2009 Share Posted 16 May, 2009 I think i and many other Saints fans are looking beyond the 'Le Tissier' PR and wondering who exactly he has aligned himself too. Money is one thing and there has been no talk of 'investment' it has to be said. But the most important thing is those making the decisions. That is where SFC has gone wrong for many years and now sees us in League 1. So who is behind this MLT lot ? All we know is wealthy property and land owners based in London ( i presume). I hate the fact we are getting thrown into something and us fans know nothing. Where were these people 12 months ago, surely MLT didnt wait for the club to be on its knees before he got tried to save the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggface Posted 17 May, 2009 Share Posted 17 May, 2009 (edited) Morph, If the pinnacle deal comes off I will be ecstatic based on what I know. That said actions speak louder than words & having suffered from cheap talk over the last few years sometimes it is best to see how things pan out over a period of time before casting full judgment. I fully expected an announcement on Thursday pm so until announced I am very nervous like us all. That said I know the saints staff were told to expect news on both thursday & friday, so surely we cannot be far away?!! I can say that if this comes off, the one thing that won't be lacking is fan support I can assure you. Edited 17 May, 2009 by doggface I can't spell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted 17 May, 2009 Share Posted 17 May, 2009 Where were these people 12 months ago, surely MLT didnt wait for the club to be on its knees before he got tried to save the club. Are you serious? How much would it of cost 12 months ago and how much now? Does SISU ring a bell? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorpie the sinner Posted 17 May, 2009 Share Posted 17 May, 2009 Morph, If the pinnacle deal comes off I will be ecstatic based on what I know. That said actions speak louder than words & having suffered from cheap talk over the last few years sometimes it is best to see how things pan out over a period of time before casting full judgment. I fully expected an announcement on Thursday pm so until announced I am very nervous like us all. That said I know the saints staff were told to expect news on both thursday & friday, so surely we cannot be far away?!! I can say that if this comes off, the one thing that won't be lacking is fan support I can assure you. I hope the group that finally pull off the great escape are the ones who were prepared to see it through!! they will be the group who will have designs to get us back to at least Championship football, then who knows!!! the fans will appreciate that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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