Everyone is aware of the issues. Ask yourself this, if Bateman was not a prized asset would the Bulls have held onto him? It is a two way street in Professional sport. If he was just another young fringe squad player then he would not have lasted as long because of his behaviour. He was a top prospect so the Bulls made exceptions. That's how it works.

Wouldn't it have been due once our 2014 status was confirmed just after Easter?

I wouldn't be surprised.

It says "In addition to the sales consideration detailed above (the £150k), OK Bulls will make a further payment in the sum of £100,000 should the club retain it's SL status for the 2014 season".

However, given that the report was dated 9th July 2013 then I assume that it wasn't due prior to that as it makes no mention of it being overdue etc

Your uncle is wrong, no chance.

Absolutely right. Fozzie is not for sale - at any price.