stuart54 218 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Sports Direct Arena Mk II! Ashley in bid to rename Rangers' iconic Ibrox stadiumBy Charles SalePUBLISHED:22:45, 28 November 2012| UPDATED:22:46, 28 November 2012Comments (0)ShareNewcastle owner Mike Ashley is understood to be in negotiations with Rangers for naming rights to the Glasgow club’s iconic Ibrox Stadium.The proposed deal would lead to one of football’s most famous stadiums, which opened in 1899, being renamed the Sports Direct Arena to promote Ashley’s sports retail empire.Rangers have been exploring image rights deals since the Charles Green-led consortium took over the troubled club last June, shortly before they were demoted to the Third Division.What's in a name: Mike Ashley is in talks over the naming rights of IbroxHowever, any move to rename the stadium is certain to anger many Rangers fans, even given the club’s financial plight.Indeed, many would never acknowledge Ibrox being called anything else.Ashley caused fury on Tyneside a year ago by renaming Newcastle’s own historic St James’ Park as the Sports Direct Arena, to showcase the branding opportunities to potential naming rights partners.But Newcastle reverted back to St James’ Park last month in a bid to appease growing supporter concern about another re-naming —to the Wonga Arena — after a new £32million shirt sponsorship deal was signed with the controversial short-term loan company who charge huge interest.Now, despite that setback, the opportunity to have his company name on an even more world-renowned football venue greatly appeals to Ashley, who is expanding his Sports Direct business in Scotland.Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2240043/Newcastle-owner-Mike-Ashley-plans-rename-Ibrox-CHARLES-SALE.html#ixzz2DYtHlHnbFollow us: @MailOnline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ca11um 30 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 He can fuck right off with that It will always be ibrox and that's how it should always remain Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goianegra 4,704 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Knew this would happen Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobar 13,676 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Not a fucking chance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLE SUPER WILBERT 2,475 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 No thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SectionRedHMS 190 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Sports Direct Arena Mk II! Ashley in bid to rename Rangers' iconic Ibrox stadiumBy Charles SalePUBLISHED:22:45, 28 November 2012| UPDATED:22:46, 28 November 2012Comments (0)ShareNewcastle owner Mike Ashley is understood to be in negotiations with Rangers for naming rights to the Glasgow club’s iconic Ibrox Stadium.The proposed deal would lead to one of football’s most famous stadiums, which opened in 1899, being renamed the Sports Direct Arena to promote Ashley’s sports retail empire.Rangers have been exploring image rights deals since the Charles Green-led consortium took over the troubled club last June, shortly before they were demoted to the Third Division.What's in a name: Mike Ashley is in talks over the naming rights of IbroxHowever, any move to rename the stadium is certain to anger many Rangers fans, even given the club’s financial plight.Indeed, many would never acknowledge Ibrox being called anything else.Ashley caused fury on Tyneside a year ago by renaming Newcastle’s own historic St James’ Park as the Sports Direct Arena, to showcase the branding opportunities to potential naming rights partners.But Newcastle reverted back to St James’ Park last month in a bid to appease growing supporter concern about another re-naming —to the Wonga Arena — after a new £32million shirt sponsorship deal was signed with the controversial short-term loan company who charge huge interest.Now, despite that setback, the opportunity to have his company name on an even more world-renowned football venue greatly appeals to Ashley, who is expanding his Sports Direct business in Scotland.Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2240043/Newcastle-owner-Mike-Ashley-plans-rename-Ibrox-CHARLES-SALE.html#ixzz2DYtHlHnbFollow us: @MailOnline on Twitter | DailyMail on FacebookThe Wonga Arena.............fucking hell. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim1983 9 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 It fuking better not happen Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrangemouthRSC 832 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Will always be Ibrox to us anyway Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bears&Reds 460 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Don't like this at all, there are some things just not for sale. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz92 966 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Here comes the debate... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuartM6 279 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 He can get to fuck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eosmhdo 1,879 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 I think Ashley had it all planned at Newcastle.Change name, major fans outcry, great publicity for his company.Then get wonga mob to pay top dollar to change it back to st James park which got them equally big publicity so a major corporate win all round.Was thinking he would try the same with us at some point knowing the media reporting on his connections to the club.No surprise this at all to me but.HE CAN FUCK OFF IMO.It's a corporate game now, we are just paying customers.Very sad if I am right but no great shock if proved correct. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straight-Edge-Loyal 6,699 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 We had this debate last year and we didn't want it then but if its a huge offer then we should something like 10 million a year I'd be happy enough with though clearly that won't happen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Jela 20,700 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Horrible idea, fucking horrible. The fat cunt can fuck off. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMac 1,405 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 I would go with it if his company was Universal Direct. Universal Direct Arena, abbreviated to the UDA stadium. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear78 96 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Wonga Arena I hope CG realises some things are more important than money. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
minstral 5,375 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 He can fuck off. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosesMcNeil 1,664 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 We'll always call it Ibrox. I was more upset when they stuck sponsors on the shirts.In fact that's so accepted now that people buy the shirt with the scabby sponsors logo even when they do not have to."Money, get awayGet a good job with more pay and you're okayMoney, it's a gasGrab that cash with both hands and make a stashNew car, caviar, four star daydream,Think I'll buy me a football team..." Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Soprano 13,964 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 We're not Newcastle United, piss off Ashley. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzl82 2 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 I can see Ashley actually buying us should he find a buyer for Newcastle if he sells them Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Jela 20,700 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 I'd actually find it hard going back with it being renamed as THAT. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWee BlueDevil 222 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Haadaway and shite man! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FernandoR20 2,133 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 He can get straight to fuck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack1690 793 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Not happy with this but 6 months ago I feared there would be no Rangers so, to be honest, I can take any hit now no matter how severe. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersMedia 35,961 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 With the current state of Scottish football any cash injection is welcome and we'd be stupid to refuse.I doubt anyone will ever refer to it as anything other than Ibrox. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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