Dl2068 17 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 Chicago Fire’s Andrew Hauptman and Rumors About the Rangers F.C.: Fan ViewBy Lana Bandoim, Yahoo! Contributor Network 8 minutes agotweet0EmailPrintThe Chicago Fire's owner Andrew Hauptman has recently been linked to the sale of the Scottish Premier League's Rangers F.C. team. The rumors indicate that Hauptman was originally interested in the deal but is no longer participating. The MLS team owner was allegedly part of the bid from Club 9 Sports in conjunction with Prometheus.Chicago Fire.Wikimedia Commons The Rangers' Current ProblemsThe Rangers F.C. are currently in administration because of legal and tax problems. The Ibrox club was previously in the midst of a legal battle with Martin Bain who was suing for 900,000 pounds. Although Bain has dropped his lawsuit, the Rangers' issues are far from over. The Glasgow, Scotland, club owes an estimated 9 million pounds in back taxes, and the club is in danger of completely vanishing from the Scottish Premier League. The possibility that the Rangers F.C. may be forced into liquidation still exists.Andrew Hauptman's Role in the DealAndrew Hauptman's role in the deal to purchase the Rangers F.C. remains unclear. Several sources have indicated that he was one of the buyers involved in the bidding from Club 9 Sports and Prometheus. Officially, the Chicago Fire have not confirmed any of the rumors surrounding the sale of the Ibrox club or his participation. Nevertheless, the deal with Club 9 seems to be falling apart, and Hauptman is no longer involvedAndrew Hauptman's Soccer PastAlthough investing in the Rangers may be a questionable financial decision, it is not the first time that Andrew Hauptman has been involved in something new. Prior to purchasing the Chicago Fire, Hauptman had no experience with soccer and even admitted to liking tennis. As the chairman of Andell Holdings, Hauptman's background did not involve many sports organizations.Andrew Hauptman has admitted, "I didn't know MLS quite frankly[.]" He has also mentioned, "I had one conversation and the deal was done. Six weeks later I owned this team and thought now what?" A lack of experience did not stop him from buying the Chicago Fire, so it is not surprising that he may have shown an interest in the Scottish Premier League. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianBacon 2,088 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 "Gee I love this saaaccer game. How many throws towards the end-zone basket do ya' get?" Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcoholic 1,348 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 Nevertheless, the deal with Club 9 seems to be falling apart, and Hauptman is no longer involvedIs this the Murcan equivalent of The Sun newspaper? The only thing missing is "sources close to" Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broxy_Bear 8 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 Fingers crossed all the reporting suggested they were in favour of liquidation. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
allanh91 75 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 If American newspapers are anything like their other media then I'd be one to call shenanigans.Not going to lie though, if club9's deal collapses, tomorrow could be a FANTASTIC day for Rangers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlegKuznetsov 10,816 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 Fingers crossed all the reporting suggested they were in favour of liquidation.If American newspapers are anything like their other media then I'd be one to call shenanigans.Not going to lie though, if club9's deal collapses, tomorrow could be a FANTASTIC day for Rangers.If it's true that they favoured liquidation, the it's good they've gone.If not, it's another option removed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluegecko 306 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 Murcan What has a pubic wig got to do with it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC55 107,795 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 "Gee I love this saaaccer game. How many throws towards the end-zone basket do ya' get?" On average Rangers score with every 6.8 shots at the nets, with aluko averaging 5.233 assists per corners taken at the n zone Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlegKuznetsov 10,816 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 On average Rangers score with every 6.8 shots at the nets, with aluko averaging 5.233 assists per corners taken at the n zone?End zone? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creampuff 22,628 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 I don't think anyone would be surprised to see this deal fall through. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC55 107,795 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 ?End zone?Naw the N zome Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlegKuznetsov 10,816 Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 What has a pubic wig got to do with it?Ya dafty. It's not a pubic wig, FFS!It's that Swedish laddy we had that did 100 step overs and assorted tricks and got past no fucker. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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