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Post by themanfromatlantis on Mar 22, 2023 9:04:46 GMT 1
Slightly off topic but whoever buys the club, one thing I’d love to see is investment in the stadium and surrounding area. I’ve been impressed on away games at the pregame offering at championship clubs and I think there is huge potential to develop this and make the whole experience more enjoyable and better for different groups. My 10 year old has given up on wanting to go as it has become a drag but better facilities inside and outside the ground wouldn’t go amiss. I don’t know anything about any of the groups but American sports know how to make it a day out (like you see in NFL tailgate parties pre game). I’d hope whatever comes next there is improvements on this front To be honest, I'm not 100% sure anything would work with Town fans in relation to improving the experience around the ground. It may be ok for a few weeks but will just die off then. Look at the food zone type area they introduced this season. Was packed with about 5/6 different stalls in the car park area near the cinema for the 1st few home games. Then it just started dying a death. It is now just a beer stand and a hot dog stand in the lay by out side the main stand. I think it would need a drastic change in facilities and mentality from all involved to try get some kind of permanent change/experience. I don’t wish to sound like a curmudgeon, but that sort of pre and post match entertainment thing is not the mentality of the English football supporter IMHO. For that to work you’d have to be a staple within the PL and have the footfall to make it work for the vendors. For me that sort of thing is a little bit plastic for English football, the theory that the English game would ever see tailgate BBQ’s etc. would be the point the game loses its soul. I’m not decrying how that happens in the US, but we’re chalk and cheese in our mentality towards the 90 minute football experience. |
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Post by Big Ern on Mar 22, 2023 9:07:56 GMT 1
I've asked this before but I can't find it written anywhere what this Dutch guy is supposedly worth. I have only seen one or two posters claim he is worth less than Phil was when he took over but nothing to substantiate it.
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Post by The Sheriff Strikes Back on Mar 22, 2023 9:10:12 GMT 1
Imagine being a fully grown man and getting upset about which rich person is taking over a football club Why are you on here? |
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Post by Drew Peacock on Mar 22, 2023 9:16:55 GMT 1
Imagine being a fully grown man and getting upset about which rich person is taking over a football club Why are you on here? For discussion based on facts, not to read some grown bloke wet his pants because some other bloke on the internet said something based on no information whatsoever. |
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Post by Melc on Mar 22, 2023 9:17:51 GMT 1
To be honest, not a single person on here has a diddly squat on how the takeover will turn out whichever party succeeds. We don't know their plan, we don't know how much they are willing to invest, we don't know what style of play they are likely to go for; their scouting methods, who the coach will be etc. People seem to nail their colours to the mast like a political party or a contestant on Strictly with very little information, and get all upset if their horse doesn't win. Some people need to grow up... at least there are people out there interested in taking over. Imagine the situation we would be in if there wasn't. For some reason after 64 years of watching this club, I just don’t give a shit anymore. |
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Post by prepare on Mar 22, 2023 9:21:47 GMT 1
To be honest, not a single person on here has a diddly squat on how the takeover will turn out whichever party succeeds. We don't know their plan, we don't know how much they are willing to invest, we don't know what style of play they are likely to go for; their scouting methods, who the coach will be etc. People seem to nail their colours to the mast like a political party or a contestant on Strictly with very little information, and get all upset if their horse doesn't win. Some people need to grow up... at least there are people out there interested in taking over. Imagine the situation we would be in if there wasn't. brilliant post hopefully soon wewill know then we can all make a balanced view whatever the outcome!!PS it’s better than administration!!we need to move on |
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Post by kennyk2 on Mar 22, 2023 9:22:34 GMT 1
To be honest, not a single person on here has a diddly squat on how the takeover will turn out whichever party succeeds. We don't know their plan, we don't know how much they are willing to invest, we don't know what style of play they are likely to go for; their scouting methods, who the coach will be etc. People seem to nail their colours to the mast like a political party or a contestant on Strictly with very little information, and get all upset if their horse doesn't win. Some people need to grow up... at least there are people out there interested in taking over. Imagine the situation we would be in if there wasn't. For some reason after 64 years of watching this club, I just don’t give a shit anymore. Come on Melc... of course you do. You would't be on here otherwise. |
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Post by Waterloo Terrier on Mar 22, 2023 9:26:29 GMT 1
To be honest, not a single person on here has a diddly squat on how the takeover will turn out whichever party succeeds. We don't know their plan, we don't know how much they are willing to invest, we don't know what style of play they are likely to go for; their scouting methods, who the coach will be etc. People seem to nail their colours to the mast like a political party or a contestant on Strictly with very little information, and get all upset if their horse doesn't win. Some people need to grow up... at least there are people out there interested in taking over. Imagine the situation we would be in if there wasn't. brilliant post hopefully soon wewill know then we can all make a balanced view whatever the outcome!!PS it’s better than administration!!we need to move on Not sure anyone can say that at this point if Hoyle is staying on. If we end up owing him £40m in League One, how does that get repaid? Does he get the profits from transfers until it’s cleared? Administration is a disaster but at least it doesn’t tie you into debt for a decade or more to come. |
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Post by kennyk2 on Mar 22, 2023 9:28:49 GMT 1
To be honest, not a single person on here has a diddly squat on how the takeover will turn out whichever party succeeds. We don't know their plan, we don't know how much they are willing to invest, we don't know what style of play they are likely to go for; their scouting methods, who the coach will be etc. People seem to nail their colours to the mast like a political party or a contestant on Strictly with very little information, and get all upset if their horse doesn't win. Some people need to grow up... at least there are people out there interested in taking over. Imagine the situation we would be in if there wasn't. brilliant post hopefully soon wewill know then we can all make a balanced view whatever the outcome!!PS it’s better than administration!!we need to move on Re administration. Could you imagine if DH had put the club into admin and then we gained enough points to stay up without the 12 point penalty? There really would have been an implosion. In addition to it being DH's worst mistake ever, he would have been totally ridiculed by the footballing world. That's why in my opinion it was never an option. (Cue we go into admin today!) |
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Post by Yuta be a terrier on Mar 22, 2023 9:29:23 GMT 1
Regardless of who or what is involved in the takeover the communication from the club has been shameful.
I get that they can't go into fine detail but to leave the reports of administration, transfer embargos and proposed takeover talks unaddressed shows contempt for us fans.
It might be the best deal in the world but the club have treated us with total disrespect throughout this process.
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Post by bentley316 on Mar 22, 2023 9:34:03 GMT 1
Just a hypethetical for anyone who knows more than me. In a post brexit landscape, would players be able to move between AZ and Town due to being employed by the same company and therefore not requiring the points to come to the UK?
Is it the equivelant of relocating to a different branch for these players?
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Post by Floyds on Mar 22, 2023 9:43:33 GMT 1
I imagine the situation if there were no interested parties would be: administration this week, -12 this season and League One next, debt free and without DH. Is League One, DH retaining 25% and new investors repaying £3.5m/year for 10 years the preferred option out of the two? A hypothetical question obviously given (as you say) these are purely rumours at this stage. Given Maynard’s posts I wonder how far of the mark the second scenario above is. I'd imagine that if admin is on the table, then they'd better get it done by tomorrow. I think it is off the table now and was possibly never seriously considered. I don't think it was either, because it'd have meant DH writing off his debt. There is no reason for him to put us into administration rather than finding a buyer/investment and agreeing with them to repay some or all of his loans. Admin would be worse for DH, but I'm not entirely sure it would have been worse for the Club. Time will tell I suppose. We might stay up and be playing football next season like Holland of the 70s. This being Town, though... |
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Post by Floyds on Mar 22, 2023 9:44:40 GMT 1
brilliant post hopefully soon wewill know then we can all make a balanced view whatever the outcome!!PS it’s better than administration!!we need to move on Re administration. Could you imagine if DH had put the club into admin and then we gained enough points to stay up without the 12 point penalty? There really would have been an implosion. In addition to it being DH's worst mistake ever, he would have been totally ridiculed by the footballing world. That's why in my opinion it was never an option. (Cue we go into admin today!) Now that really would be "typical Town".  |
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Post by The Sheriff Strikes Back on Mar 22, 2023 9:50:23 GMT 1
For discussion based on facts, not to read some grown bloke wet his pants because some other bloke on the internet said something based on no information whatsoever. It's Huddersfield Town football club, not fucking North Korea. Believe it or not, information about the inner workings of the club isn't anywhere near as tight lipped as you'd be led to believe, and there are those on here that do know the facts. But either way, I'm glad you said that, because for a second I thought you were going to lie through your teeth and tell me it's because you're a HTFC fan, which you clearly aren't. |
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Post by Captainslapper on Mar 22, 2023 9:50:31 GMT 1
Fuck me,, its like a drama queen convention!  You genuinely don't give a flying fuck about this club do you? I care about you, and the poor soul who has the job of cleaning your underwear. |
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Post by Drew Peacock on Mar 22, 2023 9:55:54 GMT 1
For discussion based on facts, not to read some grown bloke wet his pants because some other bloke on the internet said something based on no information whatsoever. It's Huddersfield Town football club, not fucking North Korea. Believe it or not, information about the inner workings of the club isn't anywhere near as tight lipped as you'd be led to believe, and there are those on here that do know the facts. But either way, I'm glad you said that, because for a second I thought you were going to lie through your teeth and tell me it's because you're a HTFC fan, which you clearly aren't. "There are those on here that know the facts". Please quote one of those facts. Just one. Take your pick. |
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Post by The Sheriff Strikes Back on Mar 22, 2023 9:56:59 GMT 1
You genuinely don't give a flying fuck about this club do you? I care about you, and the poor soul who has the job of cleaning your underwear. Thanks for proving my point. |
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Post by dezzly on Mar 22, 2023 9:58:50 GMT 1
Just a hypethetical for anyone who knows more than me. In a post brexit landscape, would players be able to move between AZ and Town due to being employed by the same company and therefore not requiring the points to come to the UK? Is it the equivelant of relocating to a different branch for these players? That would be the hope I guess,I asked the same question early although I may(did) waffle on far too long and noones probably read it 😂 |
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Post by Captainslapper on Mar 22, 2023 10:00:45 GMT 1
I dont think 'better than that' is really appropriate on this thread anyway is it? Have you read some of the stuff on here? Loads of primadonas having a complete meltdown because some bloke they dont know, but hang on every word he says like lovestruck teenage girls, posts some attention seeking cryptic clue to wind them up, suggesting things they dont know anything about might be happening ahead of other things they dont know anything about. But hey, you single my little joke out as failing the 'better than that' test by all means! I don't see anyone comparing anyone to a vile paedophile other than you. If you think that's appropriate or remotely funny then that's your perogative I guess. I would however point out the irony of your defence. I know you enjoy the cut and thrust on here but surely you could have made your point in a better way? I havent compared anyone to a vile paedophile. Ive jokingly likened the absurd histrionics on here to what it would be like if you dropped a vile paedophile into a kids ball pit. Humour is subjective so you may not find it funny, but it does help if you read it properly. |
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Post by The Sheriff Strikes Back on Mar 22, 2023 10:02:19 GMT 1
It's Huddersfield Town football club, not fucking North Korea. Believe it or not, information about the inner workings of the club isn't anywhere near as tight lipped as you'd be led to believe, and there are those on here that do know the facts. But either way, I'm glad you said that, because for a second I thought you were going to lie through your teeth and tell me it's because you're a HTFC fan, which you clearly aren't. "There are those on here that know the facts". Please quote one of those facts. Just one. Take your pick. Every fan should be concerned. Effectively billionaires willing to invest in the club, area and Huddersfield have been turned down for reasons you can probably guess. I’m utterly disgusted, if this goes through. Now are you going to grow up, actually pay attention, and accept that your original comment was probably the most retarded in the history of the forum? Or are you just going to continue being a brain dead dullard? |
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Post by Drew Peacock on Mar 22, 2023 10:02:35 GMT 1
I don't see anyone comparing anyone to a vile paedophile other than you. If you think that's appropriate or remotely funny then that's your perogative I guess. I would however point out the irony of your defence. I know you enjoy the cut and thrust on here but surely you could have made your point in a better way? I havent compared anyone to a vile paedophile. Ive jokingly likened the absurd histrionics on here to what it would be like if you dropped a vile paedophile into a kids ball pit. Humour is subjective so you may not find it funny, but it does help if you read it properly. That's noncesense |
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Post by Drew Peacock on Mar 22, 2023 10:04:23 GMT 1
"There are those on here that know the facts". Please quote one of those facts. Just one. Take your pick. Every fan should be concerned. Effectively billionaires willing to invest in the club, area and Huddersfield have been turned down for reasons you can probably guess. I’m utterly disgusted, if this goes through. Now are you going to grow up, actually pay attention, and accept that your original comment was probably the most retarded in the history of the forum? Or are you just going to continue being a brain dead dullard? "Probably guess". Good try - pick another fact. |
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Post by Captainslapper on Mar 22, 2023 10:05:17 GMT 1
I care about you, and the poor soul who has the job of cleaning your underwear. Thanks for proving my point. No youre right of course. Im going to show everyone how much I care about the club by spending the day having a tantrum because something I know nothing about might happen instead of something else I know nothing about. |
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Post by Captainslapper on Mar 22, 2023 10:06:41 GMT 1
I havent compared anyone to a vile paedophile. Ive jokingly likened the absurd histrionics on here to what it would be like if you dropped a vile paedophile into a kids ball pit. Humour is subjective so you may not find it funny, but it does help if you read it properly. That's noncesense Easy for you to say. |
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Post by rockwall on Mar 22, 2023 10:08:37 GMT 1
For discussion based on facts, not to read some grown bloke wet his pants because some other bloke on the internet said something based on no information whatsoever. How boring a forum would be if everything was fact. |
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Post by Dan on Mar 22, 2023 10:11:33 GMT 1
Petition for prepare, drew peacock and draylton to have their own sub board where they 'wait and see' for anything to happen ever
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Post by rockwall on Mar 22, 2023 10:13:48 GMT 1
Petition for prepare, drew peacock and draylton to have their own sub board where they 'wait and see' for anything to happen ever It's like that question. If you were stuck in a lift with 3 people who would it be? I'd rather the lift snapped and fell. |
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Post by 4 pts on Mar 22, 2023 10:15:11 GMT 1
I might have missed something after scanning through the 11 pages so forgive me if I have. Won't ANY deal done with the AZ owners relegate us to becoming a feeder club?...a "B" team in all but name? If that's the case, I don't see how that turd can be polished or sugar coated to make it even the least bit palatable. Which of Watford and Udinese is the feeder club? Watford will have spent more in the last few years. No idea by how much but it will be more based on them playing in the Premier League. Serie a clubs don't usually pay inflated prices |
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Post by portugalterrier on Mar 22, 2023 10:17:15 GMT 1
To be honest, not a single person on here has a diddly squat on how the takeover will turn out whichever party succeeds. We don't know their plan, we don't know how much they are willing to invest, we don't know what style of play they are likely to go for; their scouting methods, who the coach will be etc. People seem to nail their colours to the mast like a political party or a contestant on Strictly with very little information, and get all upset if their horse doesn't win. Some people need to grow up... at least there are people out there interested in taking over. Imagine the situation we would be in if there wasn't. This must qualify for the most intelligent assessment of the situation, unless you are actually involved in the actual dealings nobody knows anything. |
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Post by Champers on Mar 22, 2023 10:22:21 GMT 1
Obviously off topic. But, in no particular order, James Acaster, Micky Flanagan, Bob Mortimer, Billy Connelly, Vic Reeves, Ricky Gervais, Peter Kaye, Bill Bailey, Frankie Howerd, Lucy Porter, Eric Morecambe, Ronnie Barker, Michael McIntyre. Probably several more if I could be bothered to think about it. Not Jimmy Carr though. Or Frankie Boyle. Not sure about Gag-N-Bone-Man. Each to their own! Fair enough. Personally I only found Reeves and Mortimer funny if I was pissed and I absolutely loathe Flanagan, Gervais and McIntyre. Michael McIntyre is just awful, but I like all the others he named. Kevin Bridges deserves more love than he typically gets too. |
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