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Already been explained, but you never seem to listen to anyone. He and KSA are uninterested in NUFC, they don’t want to be involved and being subjected to the test will make them involved (and prove the PL’s point that they are involved). That would be an inconvenience to them and they and too much hassle for what is a very low level investment for them. What involvement is required after going through the test? You mean that if they’re put forward, and pass (you say it would) then they’re forced to start acting in that role? Weird f***ing logic man. The test is the involvement. As soon as PIF put him forward for the test, they’re accepting he is involved. How difficult is that to comprehend. And if it’s simply to pass the test, what’s the issue? You say it would pass, but they choose not to do it. The only reason they won’t put him forward for it is because they know it would fail.

Would or wouldn't? Wouldn’t, sorry. Typing on a mobile.

Already been explained, but you never seem to listen to anyone. He and KSA are uninterested in NUFC, they don’t want to be involved and being subjected to the test will make them involved (and prove the PL’s point that they are involved). That would be an inconvenience to them and they and too much hassle for what is a very low level investment for them. What involvement is required after going through the test? You mean that if they’re put forward, and pass (you say it would) then they’re forced to start acting in that role? Weird fucking logic man.

Very good point. What % of NUFC does Justin own? What % would MBS own? Well he’s chairman of the company who were aiming to buy us, no? A chairman isn’t an owner. So MBS would own 0% of NUFC, PIF would own 80% of NUFC. Being a chairman doesn’t necessarily indicate full control, it’s a strategic role at board level. PIFs comment is that the PIF board wouldn’t have any control over day-to-day NUFC matters, which makes sense because they’re an investment vehicle and not intending to be in control. Barnes isn’t a listed owner or director of NUFC but has control over the decision making in the club - something the PL ‘fears’ MBS would. Yet why is Barnes allowed to have any say in the club without these thorough checks which are apparently routinely applied and re-applied every season? This is also ignoring the ridiculous conclusion the PL have drawn that it is acceptable to take 3 months to decide ‘who is who’ and then offer a potential 18-month process as a resolution. They’re not concerned mbs will have influence. They want to bring him in as a reason to fail the test. If that wasn’t the case the consortium would simply agree. As I keep telling you, this is about piracy, not control. Are you posting these as facts? Be careful or you might get called out. The bit in bold is absolute nonsense, so farfetched it makes so little sense. You’re also now ignoring the points about why MBS should have the test applied to him, but not Justin Barnes. Are you saying Barnes has influence over Ashley? Are all club advisors and employees subjected to the test? Why do you feel it’s far fetched? Why don’t the consortium just agree to it? What’s it to them if it’ll allow the test to pass? Of course he has control over Ashley - he makes decisions for him Does he? I thought he advised him. Never been in the room at the time so I’ll bow to your first hand knowledge. This thread is visual aids but the Barnes/MBS comparison takes the biscuit.

There’s a reason why the consortium would want MBS subjected to the test. Anyone answer why?

Very good point. What % of NUFC does Justin own? What % would MBS own? Well he’s chairman of the company who were aiming to buy us, no? A chairman isn’t an owner. So MBS would own 0% of NUFC, PIF would own 80% of NUFC. Being a chairman doesn’t necessarily indicate full control, it’s a strategic role at board level. PIFs comment is that the PIF board wouldn’t have any control over day-to-day NUFC matters, which makes sense because they’re an investment vehicle and not intending to be in control. Barnes isn’t a listed owner or director of NUFC but has control over the decision making in the club - something the PL ‘fears’ MBS would. Yet why is Barnes allowed to have any say in the club without these thorough checks which are apparently routinely applied and re-applied every season? This is also ignoring the ridiculous conclusion the PL have drawn that it is acceptable to take 3 months to decide ‘who is who’ and then offer a potential 18-month process as a resolution. They’re not concerned mbs will have influence. They want to bring him in as a reason to fail the test. If that wasn’t the case the consortium would simply agree. As I keep telling you, this is about piracy, not control. Are you posting these as facts? Be careful or you might get called out. The bit in bold is absolute nonsense, so farfetched it makes so little sense. You’re also now ignoring the points about why MBS should have the test applied to him, but not Justin Barnes. Are you saying Barnes has influence over Ashley? Are all club advisors and employees subjected to the test? Why do you feel it’s far fetched? Why don’t the consortium just agree to it? What’s it to them if it’ll allow the test to pass?

Very good point. What % of NUFC does Justin own? What % would MBS own? Well he’s chairman of the company who were aiming to buy us, no? A chairman isn’t an owner. So MBS would own 0% of NUFC, PIF would own 80% of NUFC. Being a chairman doesn’t necessarily indicate full control, it’s a strategic role at board level. PIFs comment is that the PIF board wouldn’t have any control over day-to-day NUFC matters, which makes sense because they’re an investment vehicle and not intending to be in control. Barnes isn’t a listed owner or director of NUFC but has control over the decision making in the club - something the PL ‘fears’ MBS would. Yet why is Barnes allowed to have any say in the club without these thorough checks which are apparently routinely applied and re-applied every season? This is also ignoring the ridiculous conclusion the PL have drawn that it is acceptable to take 3 months to decide ‘who is who’ and then offer a potential 18-month process as a resolution. They’re not concerned mbs will have influence. They want to bring him in as a reason to fail the test. If that wasn’t the case the consortium would simply agree. As I keep telling you, this is about piracy, not control.

That last sentence is bullshit. That’s why we get called deluded. Come on you don’t think they’ve done this to extract revenge for all those frustrated attempts at taking legal action re piracy ? I mean the bit about nufc.

Very good point. What % of NUFC does Justin own? What % would MBS own? Well he’s chairman of the company who were aiming to buy us, no? Is he? Shows how much i know. Thought the chairman was that rummayan chap. Board Members ​T​​he Board of PIF comprises a team of highly qualified leaders who bring experience and expertise in economics, energy, law and finance and delivering major projects. Under the chairmanship and guidance of HRH Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, the ​​​Board is responsible for overseeing the long-term strategy, investment policy and performance of PIF.

That last sentence is bullshit. That’s why we get called deluded.

Arbitration was offered, so kicking it down the line for another possible 18month with no resolution guaranteed. Tends to happen with disputes. PIF can take it through the courts if they prefer.

Well they were clearly is dispute as to whether mbs had influence over PIF. Arbitration was offered. Why is that shite? Bad day for the consortium this.

Lovely goal though

Very good point. What % of NUFC does Justin own? What % would MBS own? Well he’s chairman of the company who were aiming to buy us, no?

Very good point. Is it? Yes. ? Why? He doesn’t own any part of the club?

Very good point. Is it?

Great finish that

If you 100% believe the PL's version of events. If it’s not true then we’ll see a legal response.

Wish I could care about this game

If Prince William was involved in some company and they wanted to buy Aston Villa, would the PL stop them? Were that company doing anything to piss Qatar off?

Why exactly would the PL care?

Prepare for the American. There has never been one

You what? Look who posted it. Remember that everything they post is for laughs.

Stop it

Her request for fans to now do their part. That's all. There's nothing we can do.