The more I hear about this the more I wonder. I loved Rafa and what he was building here, his connection to the people and the city.
But obviously negotiations with the Chinese have been underway for a long time. I just wonder what his demands and aspirations really were for NUFC. He has made it known about his 'project' and long term plans etc,. but Ashley doesn't do long term plans, he is a quick buck man and all of the investment that is required/ talked about would take years to recoup. Just not Ashleys style I'm afraid. Perhaps Rafas demands could not possibly be met. I am beginning to believe that Rafa has known for some time where his future lay and I wish him well with it.
I hate Ashley and everything he stands for and hope he sells sooner rather than later.