Bromage

1. The fact that there is an NDA in place doesn't necessarily that there are any discussions ongoing; it just means that were there to be any talks then according to Broughton, all parties would be subject to an NDA. 2. Regarding "NDA's are so airtight", that doesn't necessarily follow either; there is no "standard" NDA and it would have been drawn up by lawyers representing one of the interested parties, probably LFC. The content however could provide for many different eventualities.

I think Jova is more Baros..................

I have a few questions for SOS re the Huang bid; did they contact Huang or did he (or his people) contact them? If so, did the meeting take place and if not, why not? Lastly have SOS been contacted by any of the other 4 interested bidders?

That's opinion, not fact. It's an opinion that I don't agree with but I respect your right to hold it. My humble opinion is that we were fortunate to have a manager of his calibre and a combination of deceit from the owners and unwarranted media criticism led to his abrupt departure. I believe he could have corrected the situation with the necessary support but under the circumstances it was probably in his and the team's best interests to move on. In my eyes he'll always be remembered for the good times but now he's gone, Roy's in charge and that's good enough for me.

It can hardly have been an easy time over the past year, given the relationship between Purslow and Benitez but that doesn't necessarily mean the blame lies with Rafa. On the subject of the interview, I thought it was a total "cop-out" by Richardson; he didn't probe as would normally be expected and whether this is him going soft or perhaps taking a lighter approach as an investment in the future, one can only speculate. Either way, we learned nothing new and he wasn't brought to task for his deceit.

According to Rory Smith, "Broughton is believed to be keen to secure a cash-only sale to one individual, rather than to two or more parties, to avoid a repeat of the debt troubles Liverpool have endured under Hicks and Gillett." If this is the case then where do his priorities lie in relation to a sale on behalf of the current shareholders; would this mean that other, higher bids may be declined even if it they secured H&G a higher return on their investment? If there's some doubt in this, which I suspect there is, then maybe a sale agreement is not the end but rather only the start of the end, which might involve litigation right up to the end of October.

Agree 100%.

We've just recorded an interview with Professor Tom Cannon from the University of Liverpool. Here

This is a smart guy who know the way the banks work. RBS want to get out of the deal with their money back and he knows that once he owns the debt, he can control the position with G&H, which is why they will probably be keener to negotiate with a more "friendly" buyer. It surely depends on whose interests Broughton is seeking to protect here.

Is it possible for a player to improve significantly if they continue to play at the same level? Isn't the only way to show real advancement by playing more frequently in the 1st team or going out on loan?

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On the asumption that Torres's bitch was with the owners and not Rafa then for me nothing has changed, so why would he stay? There is no visible sign of any additional funds being made available for quality signings as he requested back in March and frankly if there were, then he might question why they weren't made available to Rafa. I suspect he would stay if new owners came in within weeks but if not then IMHO I think sadly he's likely to leave and frankly who can blame him.

Bridge has given the impression for years now that he's hapy to warm the bench on high wages, rather than desperate to pay. He was a far better player at Southampton than he is now. Who knows how good he could be if he actually played on a regular basis.

But don't buy anything....... ;-)

Here we go...............

No, just one.

No, it was Sutty who said, "I wouldn't mind seeing a couple of games....". I just said let's judge him after the Europa games (pub teams yes but he says he won't use the WC players) and against Arsenal because we'll see his tactics against a "top team". It was easy for Fulham to get away with a 10 man defence and get credit for a draw but he won't have that option here. Ultimately I would of course make a final judgement after a considerably longer period but some may not; e.g. the previous incumbent?

Thank you for stating the blindingly obvious....... ;-)

Exactly, It's still easy to impress with media statements, before a ball has even been kicked in anger. His position remains secure whilst the owners remain and Purslow is responsible for having signed him, seemingly without any credit going to Kenny. Judge him after his tactics in the Europa games and against Arsenal in the opening game. For my part he will always represent the end product of a disgraceful media vendetta against the previous manager conducted by Purslow, whether or not you concede it was time for him to leave. However the "team" will continue to get my unending support, as it always has done.

Well that was the idea, wasn't it?

I'm glad it gave you a laugh; I never hide behind an anonymous login................

Great news for Woy; undefeated after his first game!

Gulacsi Degen Darby Aquilani Ayala Kelly Amoo Lucas Ngog Dalla Valle Riera

Finally, a bloody game to talk about!! Early team news suggests Dalla Valle & Ngog will start up front, with Kelly and Ayala at centre-back and Amoo on the right wing.

My pessimism mirrors your's Murph - but I'm going to remain upbeat.