Question about a fan takeover

[Prufrock]

But there's a new TV deal! For the first time in about 2 years. This will surely be the one that results in clubs turning profits rather than transfer fees going up and up again.

[BWFC_Insane]

But there's a new TV deal! For the first time in about 2 years. This will surely be the one that results in clubs turning profits rather than transfer fees going up and up again.

Ha. Yes. Wages won't go up and instead agents will be pleased clubs can make a profit or reduce ticket prices.....

[officer_dibble]

My gut is the none eddie davies debts are close to being called in... Making admin a possibility. This whole thing doesnt ring true! We are a proper bad investment! Why would anyone buy us?

[TonyDomingos]

we're an established Premier League team

I agree with most of what you say, but we're in our fourth season in the championship and will be fortunate to see a fifth.

[officer_dibble]

A greek takeover! What could possibly go wrong in the current financial climate! Only at bwfc

http://m.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/1409 ... _takeover/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[bobo the clown]

A greek takeover! What could possibly go wrong in the current financial climate! Only at bwfc

http://m.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/1409 ... _takeover/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The half-time food would improve ... if be a little lukewarm.

[bobo the clown]

I'll know it's all a figment of my imagination &/or early onset dementia when I see Diouff getting a mention.

[thebish]

A greek takeover! What could possibly go wrong in the current financial climate! Only at bwfc

http://m.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/1409 ... _takeover/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The half-time food would improve ... if be a little lukewarm.

that BN article claims:

The Bolton News understands that Sports Shield’s bid – which was formally submitted yesterday – is self-funded by its two directors, Holdsworth and Michael Collins.

we've all been busily assuming Deano is the no-money fixer... but it seems he's one of only 2 cash-splurgers... (if the BN's source is to be believed.. etc...)


and - stelios - back at Bolton??? what's not to like? he could be player-CEO!

[BWFC_Insane]

A greek takeover! What could possibly go wrong in the current financial climate! Only at bwfc

http://m.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/1409 ... _takeover/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The half-time food would improve ... if be a little lukewarm.

that BN article claims:

The Bolton News understands that Sports Shield’s bid – which was formally submitted yesterday – is self-funded by its two directors, Holdsworth and Michael Collins.

we've all been busily assuming Deano is the no-money fixer... but it seems he's one of only 2 cash-splurgers... (if the BN's source is to be believed.. etc...)


and - stelios - back at Bolton??? what's not to like? he could be player-CEO!

If that sports shield Twitter that Iles is referencing is legit, then we all should be incredibly worried that such an outfit might end up running our club.

Seriously worried.

[bobo the clown]

^^ which, to be fair Insane, is more or less your permanent state so should suit you admirably.

[Bijou Bob]

Aside from signing Ched Evans, how could things possibly get worse? Taking a punt with someone else's 20 million with a chance of pulling in ten times that, is a decent punt in anyone's book.

[Athers]

Some cursory searches on Sports Shield this morning except for the amateur-looking Twitter account.

1) Company set up in July 2015. Deano is majority shareholder and only director on the Company check websites. No sign of this Michael Collins.

2) Their website is snazzy but nothing else - two golf days and an application form for a commercial mortgage.

Who we are & WHAT WE DO
Welcome to Sports Shield Investments and Consultancy.

A financial investment model designed by Dean Holdsworth and Michael Collins.

Sports Shield Investments (SSI) supply a unique boutique finance opportunity for investors. With such demand for easy finance and reliable investment, SSI are now involved in over 100 million pounds worth of investments.

SSI are now in partnership with investors on a global basis, confidentiality is one of our core beliefs. By invitation only, we invite key stakeholders to allow us to make their money, make money.

3) Dean Holdsworth LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-holdsworth-5b400bb" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; )

Business Consultant
Sports Shield Consultancy
May 2015 – Present (7 months)
Sports business consultants to Football clubs and Agents.
*We offer JV revenue streams through strategic structured partnership agreements.
*Many Non-League clubs now have to insure that players are paid when injured, we have created the package for the clubs, from accident and income protection to critical illness.
*Working with agents to provide the service they are unfamiliar with to help them,
such as 'Career- ending'​ Insurance, we sustain a high level of private and personal service.
*We also act as Financial Funding partners to private clients on Investments, high level returns, our 'USP', we take the risk away.From 100K upwards.
*Working with high net worth individuals and companies for car insurance and concierge services, connecting people to make life easier.

Have to think how the hell they claim to be "involved with more than £100m of investments", do all the above and have your main director manage Brentwood Town while he's at it. Can only assume Collins is playing a big role (or alternatively it's a load of nonsense)

[LeverEnd]

If that sports shield Twitter that Iles is referencing is legit, then we all should be incredibly worried that such an outfit might end up running our club.

Seriously worried.

I agree. This doesn't look like financial saviors, more like chancers overstretching themselves. If it's self-funded, where's a it coming from?
If there was no chance of administration under ED, there's plenty with this lot.

[thebish]

Wahayyy peeps! me and my bezza are buying Bolton!! What larks!!! #COYW

[LeverEnd]

Wahayyy peeps! me and my bezza are buying Bolton!! What larks!!! #COYW

Have you been drinking constantly since your last post last night?

[Enoch]

This Collins fella, hope all his cash isn't in Premium Bonds and Postal Orders.

[thebish]

Wahayyy peeps! me and my bezza are buying Bolton!! What larks!!! #COYW

Have you been drinking constantly since your last post last night?

yes!

[Worthy4England]

Is anyone expecting someone wadded to chug up?

[thebish]

Michael Anthony Collins is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for League Two club York City, on loan from League Two club Oxford United. Collins has been capped six times by the Republic of Ireland under-21 team.

OR

Michael Collins (born October 31, 1930), Major General, USAF, Ret., is an American former astronaut and test pilot. Selected as part of the third group of fourteen astronauts in 1963, he flew into space twice.

either way... we're minted!

[Beefheart]

Oooh, THAT Michael Collins or THAT Michael Collins. I was thinking of Liam Neeson.