The DA Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 It could be that with Newcastle being relegated that this places Ashley in a dilemma, he is not allowed to have commercial interests in a Scottish club, I imagine the English football league would look dimly on him trying to secure this interest. I can see why that would mean he had to sell his shares in the club/company/whatever but not why it would affect the SDI deal. If that were the case, then Adidas and Nike would be in serious trouble, too. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strichener Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 A welcome diversion, chap. The diddies who talked about '7 years' will welcome this. As far as I can tell, the retail agreement is still in place. Rangers have not torn up the retail agreement. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stonedsailor Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Bennett, can you expand on why you think yesterday's announcement helps Rangers'financial problems? You'll go from a reported '4p in the pound' to zero. If you set up a competing merchandising operation, SDI will pull you into expensive long-term litigation. Even if Rangers win that fight, it'll be years before they see their costs back. I don't think so. Ashley has to distance himself from all his Rangers stock now due to English football league rules. King has him where he wants him. Ashley cannot go toe to toe with King on anything to do with Rangers or he will lose his stakeholdings at Newcastle. A very well played move by King. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 It could be that with Newcastle being relegated that this places Ashley in a dilemma, he is not allowed to have commercial interests in a Scottish club, I imagine the English football league would look dimly on him trying to secure this interest. Didn't Ogilvie have shares in Rangers whilst at Hearts? Which English division do Rangers and/or Hearts play in? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE KING Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Which English division do Rangers and/or Hearts play in?None,I might be wrong, but aren't there rules on dual financial interests in clubs in Scotland? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 None, I might be wrong, but aren't there rules on dual financial interests in clubs in Scotland? Probably, but that wasn't the point The Tedi was making. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE KING Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Is there anything to stop Ashley from just 'giving' his shares to a mate? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE KING Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Probably, but that wasn't the point The Tedi was making. Didn't Ogilvie 'give' his Rangers shares to his Wife when at Hearts? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strichener Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Probably, but that wasn't the point The Tedi was making. The point that Tedi was making isn't the whole story though. It is the same in England as in Scotland, the League Board have the discretion to allow a person to have interest in multiple football clubs. There is also a question over how enforceable these rules are when they are only applicable to UK clubs and if such a restriction is compatible with EU law. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 The point that Tedi was making isn't the whole story though. It is the same in England as in Scotland, the League Board have the discretion to allow a person to have interest in multiple football clubs. There is also a question over how enforceable these rules are when they are only applicable to UK clubs and if such a restriction is compatible with EU law. That doesn't surprise me either! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Is there anything to stop Ashley from just 'giving' his shares to a mate? Don't know, probably not. Didn't Ogilvie 'give' his Rangers shares to his Wife when at Hearts? Don't know, could have done. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennett Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 . I've said it before: Although obviously less serious, this dispute is like that in Syria - there is no good guy. You're comparing a retail dispute with a conflict which has caused countless deaths? -1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Thanks for the input. Glad to be of help. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BinoBalls Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 You're comparing a retail dispute with a conflict which has caused countless deaths? I, for one, am astounded that you aren't getting which aspect of this he is comparing. Normally you seem pretty switched on. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Tennis Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 You're comparing a retail dispute with a conflict which has caused countless deaths? Yes, which is why I was at pains to qualify it when doing so. Seriously, is it a comprehension issue, or are you just being wilfully daft? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tory Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 You forgot to quote the bit where I said King was playing you like an old violin. I'd worry about your own club before anyone elses, especially if the rumours that administrators will be getting the keys to Tannadice any week now. Still at least you'll have a season of empty stands and your Edinburgh Hibs brothers to look forward too. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tory Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Please stop. You're simply telling everyone that you support a team because they win lots. That's an incredible admission of personal inadequacy. I don't think you should be showing everyone. Nah, I'm telling you I support a team that knows how to win trophies. Unlike the majority of this forum. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Tennis Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 Nah, I'm telling you I support a team that knows how to win trophies. I know that. It's too pathetic for words. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tory Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 I know that. It's too pathetic for words. I enjoy myself, it's a good life. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wulliamwallace Posted May 19, 2016 Share Posted May 19, 2016 yay more court cases for Taintdead Fc 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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