Ashley Vs Drumaville

[Minhosa]

I think Quinny and his drumaville consortium have done well for the unwashed so far.

 

He's excellent on the PR side, wholly supportive of the Manager, has provided funds and seems to have struck a chord with all things Sunderland. It's also a fair bet that he's their for the long run.

 

Ashley on the other hand is a bit of an unknown, not known for his PR ability to say the least, unlikely to come out with re-assuring headlines and may even be considered a loose cannon.

 

He's also fucking minted, made a hugely positive step in clearing the NUFC debt to a manageable level, seems to have fallen for the club but is a businessman with no known allegiance to the club therefore he may sell should a better offer come along/should he get bored.

 

So, who and why?

 

**NB - This is probably shitty timing after Mikey boys decision to sit with the away fans yesterday but I've been meaning to post for ages and haven't had the chance!**

[NSG]

So far, at least, it seems we've hit the jackpot with Wor Mike.

[Guest Alan Shearer 9]

"not known for his PR ability to say the least"

 

? .... Are you serious??? No one could have done a better job of endearing themself to the fans than he has since he's taken over. The guy's a fucking PR machine!

[Minhosa]

"not known for his PR ability to say the least"

 

? .... Are you serious??? No one could have done a better job of endearing themself to the fans than he has since he's taken over. The guy's a fucking PR machine!

 

I'm talking about his background and the fact he's only been at the club a short while. He came known as a recluse and operates a risky strategy with his Sports Direct empire in relation to PR.

 

Thats what I meant. I agree he's endeared himself well.

[James]

Don't think the Irish could have cleared £100m of debt.

[Minhosa]

Don't think the Irish could have cleared £100m of debt.

 

I'm not sure either. Did they take on much debt when the bought Murray out? I can't recall reading about it?

[Dr Spectrum]

Money, schmoney. At least Ashley doesn't appear to want to turn Newcastle into New Cork

[Minhosa]

Money, schmoney. At least Ashley doesn't appear to want to turn Newcastle into New Cork

 

[GeordieDazzler]

Results look pretty conclusive so far like.

[Colos Short and Curlies]

Mike easily.

 

For one he seems to know his place in the hierarchy of the club - he is the owner and wants to enjoy it. He's employed Mort to run the club (very well so far imo) and he's simply there to spend his money on a hobby.

 

At the end of the day the Irish boys are in it as a business move and at some point they will expect a monetary return. Mike just wants a succesful club for his pleasure. No brainer really

 

[Guest alexharrisonnufc]

Don't think the Irish could have cleared £100m of debt.

 

Yeah tight winkers i say

[Guest eyeball_tickler]

i'd be more interested in the replies if this was posted on a sunderland board.

[Robster]

Sunderlands biggest problem will be is Keane buggers off. The whole Irish thing suggests that if he cant look at an ex Ireland international, he wont have a clue where to go

[Chris_R]

No-brainer for me, Ashley every time.

 

If for no other reason than that judging from that now famous photo, he's got a much better pair of tits than Quinny.

[Incognito]

Don't think the Irish could have cleared £100m of debt.

 

Probably be struggling to spell it.....

[Mick]

Don't think the Irish could have cleared £100m of debt.

 

Probably be struggling to spell it.....

[Thespence]

One owner is better than a group of people

[Guest justin99.]

hurrah, I was the 100th vote!!