Robster

I dont think I have ever known a period where that has been so many rumours and counter-rumours. So much contradictory information flying around. What a mess.

I'm sure a major part of Ashley's decision and statement is to bring closure to all the protests so that the team can play in a calm atmosphere. Those who wished for a change in ownership look like they've won. But as the saying goes, be careful what you wish for. If only Ashley realised that it wasnt a change in ownership that was wanted (not by the majority anyway in my opinion). It was just for Kevin to have his authority back. It must be some complicated shit if he couldnt do that.

The same police who praised them for carrying out very peaceful protests (see BBC). I am sure if there had been even 1 arrest, the media would have been quick to tell us about it.

good shout No. What started it was what ever happened made him walk. I am not defending Kevin but please dont paint it as if Kevin walked away from the club because he just fancied doing something else that day.

Start a thread with the same title but show a picture of Kevin Keegan. You will get your answers in there. This thread is about Mike Ashley

erm, that quote I said in my last post.

No. I think most people were hopeful that we would become much more financially solid and not waste huge amounts of money on trophy signings that never paid for themselves. Honestly, I think the reason that this has gone totally bonkers, is because we are also seeing that hope go up in a huge puff of smoke.

He isnt making fun of Bobby at all man. Nor Miguel, who was the one that cracked the actual joke. I dont know if all this depressing news is making me desperate for a laugh but this has me giggling

Why sack him now then ?

Yes he was and personally, I couldnt give a flying fuck if he was socialising while he was out there. I appreciate that he cant just drop everything just because Keving Keegan has walked out. But we are back to communication again arent we. How hard could it have been for someone at the club to sit in front of Look North or something and just say "the club are working on things and that Mike will be returning from a business trip in the US to talk to Kevin personally in a few days. In the meantime, Derek Llambias will be talking to Kevin". I know that is all superficial and could mean nowt but you know what, it doesnt give the impression that they dont give a fuck about sorting out their differences

I know mate and I am as guilty as the next man for siding with Keegan. I cant help it. I know he has failings but he has earned my favouritism. This thread is about Ashley and what he has done to make us trust him. That one act for me, made me feel really let down. This is the owner that goes to the matches with "King Kev" on his back. It looks like he decided to turn his back on him when the club was going through the biggest load of shit I have known for a long time. Do you think he's that evil that he'd have worn that shirt if he'd been deliberately trying to undermine Keegan from the start like some people seem to think? Dont think he is evil at all. He has just given me a reason not to trust him. For such a heart felt statement about his love of football and the club and its fans, he didnt see fit to personally take care of the issue. And for what its worth I dont think he is undermining Keegan himself, its the team he put in place.

Better off dead then mate eh ? I havent a clue what he has done in that role since he left so you might well be right. Just cant see why you cant word things in a more respectful way. Or are you just vying for attention ?

[/quote author=indi link=topic=56223.msg1496524#msg1496524 date=1221428350] Probably, but all I'm saying is it's unfair that one person is getting criticised for a whole load of things that the other person has done as well, but isn't. I know mate and I am as guilty as the next man for siding with Keegan. I cant help it. I know he has failings but he has earned my favouritism. This thread is about Ashley and what he has done to make us trust him. That one act for me, made me feel really let down. This is the owner that goes to the matches with "King Kev" on his back. It looks like he decided to turn his back on him when the club was going through the biggest load of shit I have known for a long time. <Just fixed your quote - i>

I feel like by the time this sorts itself out, we will all have put contracts out on each other then there will be no one left to support the team.

Because I have no reason not to. If a bunch of angry mongs circlejerking on a message board, repeating their conspiracy theories and posting a bunch of bullshit is enough to sway you then so be it. But the facts and situation is hardly as black and white as some on this board would have you believe. Not basing my opinion on internet bullshit. The single worst factor for me was him not personally coming back to sort out this whole mess. Just sent totally the wrong message out to me What's your views on Keegan's use of lawyers and the LMA to sort out this whole mess? Keegan is bound to need some support in this whole mess so I have no issue with it. All the clubs statements will have been pub;ished after consultations with their lawyers. Unless I missed something, he has only said brief statements about why he left. But this isnt about Keegan. its about what Ashley has done to make people trust and believe inhim So one person's use of intermediaries is fine, but another's isn't? Not quite sure your going with this mate but at least we heard from Kevin's intermediaries when it broke. You dont think it required Mike Ashley's presence when it all kicked off ?

Because I have no reason not to. If a bunch of angry mongs circlejerking on a message board, repeating their conspiracy theories and posting a bunch of bullshit is enough to sway you then so be it. But the facts and situation is hardly as black and white as some on this board would have you believe. Not basing my opinion on internet bullshit. The single worst factor for me was him not personally coming back to sort out this whole mess. Just sent totally the wrong message out to me What's your views on Keegan's use of lawyers and the LMA to sort out this whole mess? Keegan is bound to need some support in this whole mess so I have no issue with it. All the clubs statements will have been pub;ished after consultations with their lawyers. Unless I missed something, he has only said brief statements about why he left. But this isnt about Keegan. its about what Ashley has done to make people trust and believe inhim

Because I have no reason not to. If a bunch of angry mongs circlejerking on a message board, repeating their conspiracy theories and posting a bunch of bullshit is enough to sway you then so be it. But the facts and situation is hardly as black and white as some on this board would have you believe. Not basing my opinion on internet bullshit. The single worst factor for me was him not personally coming back to sort out this whole mess. Just sent totally the wrong message out to me

Still waiting for the sneerers to list their reasons for trusting and believing him...

Still waiting for answers.. I believe and trust him because ........ Just had sneers so far EDIT : I did trust him until this statement today. Its just way too soppy and contradicts the thick-skinned businessman persona he seems to have.. and must have to have had the success he has had so far. I think I would have had more respect if he had just said "Ah bollocks I have had enough"

hows that ? Have you not saw that episode of Only Fools when they all chip in to buy those gold chains? Fucking Hell Tooj. you read my mind

He's winding us up man. No way would he come back

Meh. I need details before I exclaim it happy days. I need guarantees of : European Football every year Attacking exciting football every week BIG money signings before I get excited

The way I heard it is that these were very recent events Fucking hell. Our ex Chairmans communication with the fans is shite !

Bollocks. Cant get to it. Whats he saying