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So let me get this right, when discussing the merits of Saudi ownership, you arent allowed to mention: Other areas where we already contribute to Saudi wealth (buying petrol for example) The other things we buy such as iPhones, built by other questionable states. Sheffield United (because that's COMPLETELY different) Other premiership owners because although they are undoubtedly bad people, they arent states, therefore its completely irrelevant. The fact that the government already deals in arms with SA. MBS being welcomed with open arms by our government and monarch It's almost as if this arguement is being weighted to help one particular side of the debate. :lol:

Amnesty have earned the right to talk about this stuff. That's the difference. This isnt some loudmouth southern journalist looking for a cheap storyline. When you see someone who has dedicated their whole life to this sort of thing, fair enough.

What makes you say this? Because the so called bigger clubs have much more sway with the media. We are an easy target in comparison. The criticism of the Saudi's would still be there but the defence of those clubs would be much bigger.

Told by who?

I get the feeling the Charnley is good at charming people. Rafa said he got on with him well in the early days. I could see him keeping a role for a little while but his decision making days are over. He might have some use as a club secretary, as he will have an intimate knowledge on the running of the club. Doesnt really matter what happens with him post takeover. He will be persona non grata.

I'm fine with the Saudi trashing. Just not the trashing of our club. Theres no way there would be this furore had they been buying Man Utd or Liverpool. The nationals would have jumped to their defence much quicker.

Thought it was the racecourse? Dont the Reubens own it?

Gray would be there too I'd imagine. Cant separate those two cunts.

Is anyone else still just thinking "na this ain't happening", despite all of the reports to the contrary? I mean I just cant allow my brain to believe that not only will we be rid of MA but we might be filthy rich too.

Grealish from Villa.

Mills I thought?

Imagine man. Turns out Kinnear is Staveleys step dad or something.

I have nothing but respect for those with so much principle that even if it means their own football club becoming an elite team, they still wont budge on the way they feel. It takes a strong moral compass to think that way. I'm just not wired the same. I dont disagree with many peoples views on the Saudi government, I just dont feel I have enough time on this earth to care (to this degree). I hope any crusade against human rights violations is fruitful and I wish anyone on here every success.

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Look HTT, I'm not asking for your source, I trust you wouldnt lie but could you give me some sort of idea about where you heard this from? I will latch on anything at the moment.

Nailing it Greg lad.

Aye it's a mile away from a podcast with George Caulkin. Here's Greg.

Danny Mills being put down. Nice. Lee Ryder must have said like two sentences.

Lee Ryder and Mark Saggers. Never heard of him. What lens do I attach?

Hes totally not cut out to be commenting on this potential new regime. In many ways, his intelligence suits MA and SB.

And now hes bigging up his mate Bruce.

Lee Ryder and Mark Saggers.

Lee Ryder is so stupid. Jamie Reuben will probably be part of the footballing side and/or another. I mean, it's an easy fucking question, Lee.

Lee Ryder before you. Set you up nicely. I'm listening.

FFP does not included infrastructure etc. Just players and wages. Therefore, if our new overlords want to build a new training ground, it shouldn't really affect any budget. However, 80-100m doesn't get you a great deal anymore. We would improve but you need more to catch up on the top 4.