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Dario Terracotta
Player Valuation: £70m
Thanks Steve,im getting emotional,you thinking I'm Terry,biggest compliment I've ever had on here!!!
He can still invest from his holding cell in Langley can’t he?
king louis IX
Player Valuation: £1m
Jeff Jones
Player Valuation: £35m
Plenty of Irish Catholics played for Everton when John Moores came knocking.
Chris O'Connor
Player Valuation: £35m
This again is ignoring the obvious in favour of an easy but highly improbable conspiracy nonsense.
A conspiracy theory works best when there is a semblance of truth behind it so it seems more plausible and this for me is the case here.
There are theories going around and the exodus of Russian based oligarchs or those with businesses with deep and integral ties to Russia, getting out of the UK. London top end mansion prices have been falling and after Salisbury, certain usual suspects have put two and two together and conspiracy theories abound. That though is far more likely to be what they are, conspiracy theories.
Usmanov is a Ukrainian national and although his business interests with Russia are extremely deep and absolutely essential, he has property in London and is unlikely to be hit with Visa difficulties.
Abramovich a very prominent oligarch who is Russian, recently had entry visa difficulties but shows no signs of selling up at Chelsea but that hasn't stopped the rumours and speculation
For me the infinitely far more likely scenario is his disaffection and deep frustration with the situation at Arsenal, with such a major and large investment but no influence and not even a prospect of such in the foreseeable future for him or his successors. His plan to leave it in the family long term was undoubtedly or almost certainly his intention, but being completely ignored and not being involved in any discussion on future plans over such a long period can have an effect, he's human and plans and intentions can change if your own feelings and frustrations urge a different approach.
He wants involvement, power and influence and will look elsewhere, the premier league has recently given by far the best returns and that must be a real possibility again. If he decides it is the premier league its more than likely Everton.
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Any talk of Usmanov intending to invest in another club - or, certainly, a foreign club - does not stack up for me. He says he would be 'interested' in Everton if it brought with it a return on his investment. I am far from being business savvy but in my humble and very simple opinion these are some of the pro's and cons for AU to consider:
Cons:
- Everton are a 'work in progress' which still needs capital investment. What other major club - home or abroad - currently find themselves in that position?
- the financial mechanism for a new stadium is still only 'tentatively' in place
- we haven't had a decent run in Europe for many years hence income stream from that source esp. Champions League is not currently available
- we are working off limited gate receipt income although, admittedly, nowadays that probably counts for very little in comparison to all the other TV rights and sponsorship deals
- our 'worldwide' audience is paltry compared to the current Big 5/6 (and this excludes the top European clubs)
Ergo - we are not the most desirable beau at the party
Pro's:
- Everton are a 'work in progress' but with major capital investment the structure is already in place to take us to the next level and beyond
- the financial mechanism for a new stadium is still only 'tentatively' in place but with appropriate capital investment and Usmanov's clout this should become a simple push through
- European runs will become something of the norm once we can get our act together on the playing side and with added financial input to help us achieve this
- injected capital both on and off the pitch allied to more European exposure and domestic success will expose us to greater worldwide audiences and capture the next generations of football fans looking for a team to choose...or choose them
- even a new stadium with increased capacity will bear little fruit as regards revenue stream but one built in an iconic setting and with success on the pitch the club's profile will increase exponentially opening up avenues for greater sponsorship and merchandising
- the North Docks investment, in general, and this is not confined solely to the creation of a new stadium is an opportunity for AU to make considerable gains on his initial input and something which must always have been at the back of his and Moshiri's minds
- we also have a world renowned EITC initiative which others try to emulate but come nowhere near. Just thought I would add this as it reiterates the community feel of the club and something which outside investors like to see - especially in these socio-economic times - because it provides a reassurance that the club is run by and within a diligent and prudent organisation and one which emphasises longevity as its core principle
Ergo - the ugly ducking suddenly begins blooming into a beautiful swan and becomes very desirable
Just my thoughts.
Cons:
- Everton are a 'work in progress' which still needs capital investment. What other major club - home or abroad - currently find themselves in that position?
- the financial mechanism for a new stadium is still only 'tentatively' in place
- we haven't had a decent run in Europe for many years hence income stream from that source esp. Champions League is not currently available
- we are working off limited gate receipt income although, admittedly, nowadays that probably counts for very little in comparison to all the other TV rights and sponsorship deals
- our 'worldwide' audience is paltry compared to the current Big 5/6 (and this excludes the top European clubs)
Ergo - we are not the most desirable beau at the party
Pro's:
- Everton are a 'work in progress' but with major capital investment the structure is already in place to take us to the next level and beyond
- the financial mechanism for a new stadium is still only 'tentatively' in place but with appropriate capital investment and Usmanov's clout this should become a simple push through
- European runs will become something of the norm once we can get our act together on the playing side and with added financial input to help us achieve this
- injected capital both on and off the pitch allied to more European exposure and domestic success will expose us to greater worldwide audiences and capture the next generations of football fans looking for a team to choose...or choose them
- even a new stadium with increased capacity will bear little fruit as regards revenue stream but one built in an iconic setting and with success on the pitch the club's profile will increase exponentially opening up avenues for greater sponsorship and merchandising
- the North Docks investment, in general, and this is not confined solely to the creation of a new stadium is an opportunity for AU to make considerable gains on his initial input and something which must always have been at the back of his and Moshiri's minds
- we also have a world renowned EITC initiative which others try to emulate but come nowhere near. Just thought I would add this as it reiterates the community feel of the club and something which outside investors like to see - especially in these socio-economic times - because it provides a reassurance that the club is run by and within a diligent and prudent organisation and one which emphasises longevity as its core principle
Ergo - the ugly ducking suddenly begins blooming into a beautiful swan and becomes very desirable
Just my thoughts.
That was only a perception, brought about when Everton signed a number of Irish Catholic players in the 50's, who in turn brought with them a fan base of fellow countrymen. There was no Catholic tradition before then, and as the club were founded from the St Domingo's church team, their heretage is firmly Methodist.
Price of remaining shares is fixed and can’t increase if Moshiri buys them
You hardly think Moshiri would put money into the club and make it more expensive for him to complete takeover by increasing the value of Bills shares
Last time I heard that it was said by a bride about her new husband on their wedding day
Is there anything you would like to share with the forum Goat
We are quite an open minded liberal understanding group here
And Bobby back as first team coach
That was always my opinion from day one
Now you have said it and with your track record I’m having major doubts
You really haven’t got a clue have you
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