As newco chief executive, Derek Llambias reported to his AGM yesterday, he meets the SFA today to discuss further involvement of Newcastle United owner, Mike Ashley at his club. Ashley is nearing the end of a power-struggle between his faction, which appears to include the Easdale brothers, and pretty-much everyone else who goes to Ibrox, as well as Dave King and other worthies noticeable by their absence when the assets of oldco were to be paid for.
One of this morning’s newspapers appears to suggest SFA board member Peter Lawwell may retire from this meeting on account of him apparently having a conflict of interest, however, I believe this would be extraordinarily unlikely. Peter is no more or less incentive to see business being conducted appropriately than anyone else.
That’s not to say there’s not a conflict of interest. SFA president, Campbell Ogilvie, will also attend the meeting. Ogilvie passed his Rangers shares to his wife when he became an executive director of Hearts. SFA Articles of Association expressly forbids a person from having an influence with one club while “directly or indirectly” being a shareholder in another without the prior written consent of the SFA.
Mr Ogilvie may have attained prior written consent of the SFA on this subject before accepting the Hearts job, but if he did, I don’t see the need to transfer his shares to a family member. This makes Ogilvie look like a tawdry ducker and diver, wholly inappropriate to lead the Association. If I was Llambias I’d challenge Ogilvie the first moment he opened his mouth.
As I said earlier in the week, don’t get too hung up on Ashley’s shareholding. If it proves a stumbling block he could play The Offshore Game and quickly disinvest to an entity based in the British Virgin Islands (seems to be the hot location for these types), the control of which could never be traced to him.
Those hoping the SFA will inhibit Ashley’s land-grab of retail and other rights are also likely to be disappointed. JJB and Wigan Athletic owner Dave Whelan established precedent that he was able to conclude extensive trading contract with other clubs while in charge of Wigan without compromising multi-ownership principles. Ashley can own and exploit all commercial rights of newco.
The key point Ashley will be concerned about in SFA rules is article 13. (3), which forbids persons from having “any power whatsoever to influence the management or administration of another club”.
The rules permit the SFA to grant Ashley permission to increase his shareholding but the phrase “any power whatsoever” is patently clear. Ashley cannot appoint board members or offer loan players.
The Dear Green Place
Yesterday’s uncertainty alarmed many in Glasgow but the reality of the news brought disaster to some. May God help each of them.
There’s always a spring in the step when news of our pal Kano arrives. That changed when I opened the email from Carolyn yesterday to hear Martin was in Intensive Care. We know through his time on the blog that Kano brought vigour and resolve to his life years before his illness struck. If anyone can overcome this, it’s him.
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Ive been swithering on the half season book option.
Ive finally bitten the bullet.
Its a No from me.
Sack the board.
bt @23.11
I think msm were letting us know what foot Joseph Lawson kicked with. Dont know many sevco’s called Joseph do you?
S P Still believe Daly cld have done a job for us!! Ill not mention Pukki, Baldie, Boetringer that cost us millions!!!
Ooop just did!!!
Igc,
Ibrox was co owned by scottish and Newcastle? Where you reading that?
Gene.
Sorry to hear about you sister in laws bad news.
In my thoughts
HH
the green man
I’m sure CFC would be very happy to move on the SFA corruption , and if you have cast iron proof of it e mail celtic park.
But CFC cant go in like a bull in a china shop making accusations like that don’t be silly.
LiviBhoy
11:19 on 24 December, 2014
Speaking to my Jambo mate this morning. Paterson of Hearts played up front last night and scored. He has played most of the season in his recognised RB position but he reckons he will eventually be a right midfielder. The boy is a solid player. I suspect he will be next off to England. I thought we should have made a move for him last season but we didn’t.
He is not better than we have at the minute in right back but is very adaptable and a decent addition to a squad playing on 4 fronts in my opinion.
LB
I watched Paterson v QOS and have to say I was pretty impressed, tall, strong and pretty quick. Seems to have an eye for a goal, reminds me in some ways of a Gareth Bale type, obviously not at Bale’s level but nevertheless a modern type of footballer. I can see him going south before long. And yes I would have thought could do a job for us.
Jude
Yes Joe is married to my wifes pal…
I wasn’t aware of the reason you mentioned him as I scrolled back..
KTF
ernie lynch
One more time, do you have proof CFC where involved in the five way seceret agreement?
Not really read back. Anyone seen Forsyths piece in the telegraph?
Bun on bun action aplenty.
Gary67 10:30 on 24 December, 2014
LiviBhoy
Paul McShane makes Efe look like Beckanbauer. An awful player.
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Whenever I see Paul McShane play, I’m always reminded of Paul Shane the actor who played Ted Bovis in the sitcom Hi-Di-Hi. I don’t think it’s just the name similarity.
Ho-Di-Ho CSC
Mullet
Our dearly departed friend highlighted a finding by Mr Di Stefano of the sneaky sort in his piece a couple of years ago:
http://scotslawthoughts.wordpress.com/2012/08/11/mr-di-stefano-reveals-unknown-who-owns-pitch-at-ibrox-but-bases-analysis-on-wrong-document/
Given the response by BDO to his queries, there was no denial that Scot&Newky/Heineken UK Ltd co-owned the stadium up until the sale of assets.
tonydonnelly67 said:
“I’m sure CFC would be very happy to move on the SFA corruption , and if you have cast iron proof of it e mail celtic park.”
I think the suggestion in the second part of that is very good advice to all those who are certain there has been corruption by the SFA.
Cheerio for now,
JJ
saint stivs
12:01 on 24 December, 2014
Ive been swithering on the half season book option.
Ive finally bitten the bullet.
Its a No from me.
Sack the board.
Phhfffftttt…..didn’t see that comin.
TD67
Tony, I will beg to differ.
There is plenty of evidence of corruption out there….its just that some people refuse to see it….like yourself.
Now….I will ask you a broad question which should be sufficient to make my point.
Is Scottish Football corrupt….yes or no?
I await your answer.
weeminger
11:55 on 24 December, 2014
In all fairness to NL it was his first job. Had numerous off field antics to cope with aswell. Turned thinks around IMO never really played good football though.
Ronny is meant to be a modern manager. Bringing fast flowing football to Celtic. His system is flawed in Scotland. First not got the players secondly teams in Scotland mostly sit in against Celtic. Hitting us on the counter attack.
TD67.
cheers.
love , have a happy christmas.
The Green man
Just Yes or Know?
What about: Maybe. Or: I don`t know? Or even: I am not in a position to say without concrete proof.
Definitely away now,
Cheerio,
JJ
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tonydonnelly67
12:05 on 24 December, 2014
‘ernie lynch
One more time, do you have proof CFC where involved in the five way seceret agreement?’
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Yes.
It’s in an envelope which is in my desk drawer.
Unlike you I have some respect for Peter Lawwell and the Celtic Board.
I don’t regard them with contempt.
I don’t think they are incompetent. I don’t think they would allow themselves and Celtic to be marginalised or sidelined by the pygmies who run the game here.
tonydonnelly67. I think you may well be surprised at how many good Celtic men think the Celtic board are only interested in money they dont care about the support in my opinion and have failed to keep us informed about there actions and views over the fiasco that is rangers.The fact that you continue to support the board and there inaction on keeping the support informed is your right but to bury your head in the sand and not accept the the whole of Scottish football including Celtic are involved in the scam is unbelievable. H.H.
Jungle Jim
So you don’t believe Scottish football is corrupt?
HH
the green man
If I did and had proof as I said earlier, I would be sitting down with CFC lawyers and PL as we speak, but NO I don’t have proof.
bt
Ta for that. Still wasnt offside. Big Sepo cant even hustle a goal. H H
It’s in an envelope which is in my desk drawer.
Oh really, no chance of photo copying it and posting it on here EH?
tonydonnelly67
12:18 on 24 December, 2014
‘the green man
If I did and had proof’
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Proof of what?
Proof that the five way agreement exists?
lennon’s passion
12:10 on
24 December, 2014
Accepted but let’s assume RD thinks he’s in for the long haul. He knows he’s never going to replace the team in a oner. So far better getting the team playing his way as much as possible then replace the one’s that definitely don’t fit in. Then you can concentrate on first filling the gaps and then getting cover to play the same way.
The football I’m seeing right now is quicker and sharper than what we’ve seen for quite a while, and it’s very obvious when a player comes in that can’t do it. Either with speed physically or mentally. What’s more we’re still in 4 competitions.
Of course there’s much room for improvement and I’m optimistic that we’ll see it.
Ghuys,
I am sorry to post this, another tragic story at this time of year. A plea from Linda Croker, St. John Doyle’s Partner:
Family in Wishaw bereaved by a stillbirth. Mother was 31 weeks pregnant and has a three year old Daughter sleeping on the floor. Anybody able to help please get in touch, anything at all a new Bed for the wee girl please get in touch. It would be great if she could get a new bed from Santa but anything would be great.
I can put you in touch with Linda or you can get in touch directly with her on my FB, Sean’s Trust.
lennybhoycfc@gmail.com
Thanks and sorry for the post.
Keep the Faith!
Hail Hail!
tonyDonnelly67. Your question works both ways fella do you have proof Celtic are not or have not been involved in the setting up of the 5 way agreement ? H.H.
joe filippis haircut
Indeed I would not be surprised how many people think that on here.
But what would really surprise me would be some one on here providing evidence and proof that they where?, even an envelope from a drawer would be a start.
Steven Craven
Sunny , 21 degrees -way down south .
Work done for the day , work done for the year .
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The Golden Gate Quartet -Silent Night / Where was Jesus Born ( Columbia )
The Golden Gate Quartet ——-A Child Is Born in Bethlehem -( Happy Bird )
The Soul Stirrers -Christmas Means Love /Christmas Bells Are Ringing ( Checker )
Aretha Franklin -Kissing By The Mistletoe (Columbia )
Glen Campbell -Christmas Is For Children ( Capitol )
How quickly God works. Ignore my previous post. Linda has managed to get a bedding and some Toys that will be delivered today.
A good positive e.nding, there is a God.
Keep the Faith!
Hail Hail!
joe filippis haircut
12:24 on 24 December, 2014
tonyDonnelly67. Your question works both ways fella do you have proof Celtic are not or have not been involved in the setting up of the 5 way agreement ? H.H.
I’ve not seen proof that there was a five way seceret agreement never mind CFC alleged involvement with it?
tonydonnelly67 – I’m well known on here as being fairly benign towards the board. Even I think they had knowledge (as did all clubs) that an agreement was going to be made.
Where I differ from others is that I don’t think they had direct knowledge of the details. As I went on at length about yesterday, it would have been mutually beneficial for all concerned for it to be that way.
If you believe the Celtic board had zero knowledge of the deal I think you’re being incredible naive.
td67. I see you have answered my question and you have no proof why if I and others are wrong will Celtic not inform the fans of there lack of involement ? There silence is deafening.H.H.
TD67
Tony
You know fine well Scottish football is bent, has been for a long, long time.
To pretend otherwise, would be foolish.
Honest mistakes…..how many of them have you witnessed over the years?
Corruption should always be exposed, and it has been….its just a pity some people don’t seem to care about it…..maybe its because they benefit from it eh.
HH
tonydonnelly67
12:27 on
24 December, 2014
You’ve not seen proof that it even exists? Despite the leaked drafts all over the place and Charles Green stating that he thought it was illegal?