bluebear1971 54 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 http://www.rangers.co.uk/news/headlines/item/5274-dave-king-statementhttp://www.rangers.co.uk/news/headlines/item/5275-craig-mather-statement Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluechip 359 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 http://www.rangers.c...-king-statementhttp://www.rangers.c...ather-statementMy browser won't let me into www.rangers.co.uk (works laptop) any chance of a cut and paste mate? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carsons Dog 9,878 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 "I am well aware this will not sit comfortably with those who have sought to derail our progress and who have fed out lies and misinformation about the Club and its Directors but I am confident we will overcome every obstacle in our way."Touché Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trueblue68 2,497 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 "First, my willingness to become part of the future of the football club is based simply on my love for the club and my desire to support the club with a combination of my business expertise and my willingness to make a further investment."In particular I see a present need to utilise the time we have over the next few seasons to be prepared, both financially and on the pitch, to compete with our Glasgow neighbours when we get back to the top League. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainAmerica18 846 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 The minions are already all over this saying that the statements contradict each other Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CottonRunt 1,026 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Nail in the coffin for minico? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carsons Dog 9,878 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 "I am well aware this will not sit comfortably with those who have sought to derail our progress and who have fed out lies and misinformation about the Club and its Directors but I am confident we will overcome every obstacle in our way." Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebear1971 54 Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 My browser won't let me into www.rangers.co.uk (works laptop) any chance of a cut and paste mate?DAVE KING made the following statement tonight:"I confirm that I held talks with Rangers Chief Executive Craig Mather and Finance Director Brian Stockbridge in South Africa. I wished the discussions to remain confidential until something definite was agreed- one way or another. I have maintained that confidentiality. However, given my awareness of incorrect inferences being drawn in the media I would like to make a limited statement at this time."The discussions were, to my mind, very positive and it was agreed that subject to the normal regulatory approval I would put my name forward to join the Board and to serve as Chairman."Such an appointment is of course subject to the approval of the existing Board members and ultimately the shareholders of the company. There are also mandatory regulatory requirements that must be complied with and take time. I have already submitted all the necessary documentation."News of the meeting has found its way into the public domain and this has unsurprisingly resulted in speculation as to the nature and the outcome of the meeting. In reaction to this speculation and to give some clarity to the club's fans I would like to address a couple of points at this time. "First, my willingness to become part of the future of the football club is based simply on my love for the club and my desire to support the club with a combination of my business expertise and my willingness to make a further investment. "In particular I see a present need to utilise the time we have over the next few seasons to be prepared, both financially and on the pitch, to compete with our Glasgow neighbours when we get back to the top League."My involvement is not linked in any way to any other individual, albeit I have my private thoughts as to certain individuals that might add value to the club going forward. Ultimately it is for the shareholders to make such decisions. The recent settlement of my litigation in South Africa removes any impediment to my appointment to the board."I want to make it clear that I agreed to join the Board only after intensive and detailed discussions with the existing executives and because I believe I can help them by playing a significant role in driving Rangers forward and finally putting the past behind us. "It is sad that every month of the continued disunity between the fans and other stakeholders is eroding our ability to be ready for the step up to the premier league. We do not have time to waste."It was also made clear by Mr Mather and Mr Stockbridge that Rangers are not in need of an immediate financial injection but we agreed that now is the time to commence a new round of funding to ensure that it is available in an orderly and cost effective manner when required. I wish to lead that fund raising exercise and being on the Board will greatly assist me in that regard."I believe that the timing is right for me to take this step and I look forward to the opportunity to work with the current directors albeit I would have preferred to have my appointment confirmed prior to communicating my further thoughts. Unfortunately the rumour mill necessitated this short statement. If matters proceed as I hope over the next few days then I will be present at the AGM."CRAIG Mather released the following statement tonight:"I can confirm our talks with Mr King were extremely positive and Mr King made it clear he wishes to join the current Board to help us ensure Rangers are ready and fully equipped to move up to the next levels."We would be delighted to have Mr King, with his knowledge of the Club and business acumen on board and as can be seen from his own statement he is happy to join us right now in the quest to take Rangers back to the very top."I am well aware this will not sit comfortably with those who have sought to derail our progress and who have fed out lies and misinformation about the Club and its Directors but I am confident we will overcome every obstacle in our way."Rangers will be back at the top sooner rather than later and Mr King, who has made it abundantly clear that he is willing and happy to work with the current directors of both the plc and ltd - myself, Brian Stockbridge, Bryan Smart and James and Sandy Easdale - would be a great asset."We have stuck to our task and programmes because we believe we are on the correct course and I would urge every Rangers fan not to give credence to the many lies and rumours that are circulated by people with other agendas and who perhaps cannot admit we are getting it right."Too many are trying to distort the truth but it is this: Rangers is not a business in distress. Rangers is in a good position and it is healthy and robust."I cannot stress that forcibly enough but it is the reality of the situation. Mr King has made it clear he took time and his discussions with us were intensive and detailed and he is happy with what he has discovered about us." Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris182 6,539 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 King will be good for us. Good move Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carsons Dog 9,878 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 The Tweetwankers are struggling to put a positive spin on thisUsual negativity - they are so predictable Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieG54 812 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Good news Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 1,150 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Happy with this.Think King is exactly what is needed to hopefully put this all to on side and focus on moving forward. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HG5 12,310 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 "First, my willingness to become part of the future of the football club is based simply on my love for the club and my desire to support the club with a combination of my business expertise and my willingness to make a further investment."In particular I see a present need to utilise the time we have over the next few seasons to be prepared, both financially and on the pitch, to compete with our Glasgow neighbours when we get back to the top League.Stating the fucking obvious with that last paragraph.Not exactly visionary. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Robot 21,513 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Stating the fucking obvious with that last paragraph.Not exactly visionary.give it up man this is all fantastic news and you want to criticise Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HG5 12,310 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 give it up man this is all fantastic news and you want to criticiseLet's see him pass the fit & proper person test before getting too carried away. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
glasgowrangersno1 468 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Let's see him pass the fit & proper person test before getting too carried away.Do you think it would get to this stage without him being 99% sure he would pass it?He will have spoken to the SFA already. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
allgers 735 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 That statement from King is what I wanted to hear, I have always been confident of Rangers survival, with our support they can do nothing else but Rangers don't just need to survive we need to take the game by the scruff of the kneck and give it a good shake, we will shake them now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dummiesoot 16,288 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Was firmly on the fence although craig mather has continued to impress me. DK takes me off that fence. Would love DK as chairman. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trueblue68 2,497 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Let's see him pass the fit & proper person test before getting too carried away."The recent settlement of my litigation in South Africa removes any impediment to my appointment to the board".Beeling much? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dummiesoot 16,288 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 How ££ can say the statements contradict is a joke seriously beginning to think undercover tims. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythebest 11,453 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Mather is spot on Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HG5 12,310 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Do you think it would get to this stage without him being 99% sure he would pass it?He will have spoken to the SFA already.You'd like to think so.But PM reckons he's ok, too - and he was clearly a board member in the 5 years before an insolvency event.Something doesn't quite ring true. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitre_mouldmaster 21,511 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 You'd like to think so.But PM reckons he's ok, too - and he was clearly a board member in the 5 years before an insolvency event.Something doesn't quite ring true.Its a new company, so different board.The 5 year rule would probably not be enforceable in law. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cumnockbear 2,446 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 Good news, onwards and upwards WATP Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RancidCutlass 190 Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 IM drunkish but this seems like good news.Please let it be the same in the morning. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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