That is fair enough, but why that should put the current deal in doubt???

I'm not a Salford fan, I occasionally come on here if we have a match or if there is a big news item such as this to see what's going on. What I don't get is if you have issues or greivences like you say, then why have any interest at all in this club. In the end the club is the management and if you feel that the management have treated you or someone you know shabbily then this change of management is either a positive as the old guard are removed, or makes no difference as the feelings run too deep.

One thing that the good DR. cannot be accused of is being a Salford old boy and part of an ongoing conspiracy. He is very much an outsiders with no prior links to the Salford Club as far as I've seen or heard.

If that's your feelings pal, then that's fine. But you will understand that given your agenda, people will often not take notice of your opinion. You wish to see the club fail because of how you and your family have been treated. We're not here to judge the rights and wrong of your situation, people on here just love the club and want the best. You don't, so you'll always be annoyed about individuals wanting the club to prosper.

Eccles - I dont know what happened to you or your father BUT isnt it time IF the deal is concluded that you draw a line and start with a clean sheet like the Dr is doing.

Now - Re this quote in the MEN `replacing David Tarry who was sacked ` - Is that correct? I thought he was made Redundant. Apologies if wrong.

EB it was Neil Barker's report wasn't it?

He recycles stuff more than any local council does.

I know a well connected member of their supporters' trust. Whilst I'm not exactly an expert, I've got a pretty good idea of how well they're coping. They need a huge change in fortunes to be able to continue to survive at the stadium.

At least you used the word "are" in the right grammatical context in that sentence, mind.

But let himself down with the 'You're'. Bless.

Couldn't have put it better myself , the veneer had been slipping since the messianic appearance of Dr K.
You've got to feel for the Swinton supporter, after decades of living under the Willows mob , firstly we get a Stadium built for us , then when we've made a hash of the move & the moneys ran out up pops this guy.
I would be sick as a dog with the injustice of it all.
However I will be eternally grateful to the Lions for the way they handled the friendly match and the donation.
No such gesture from Wigan , they all stayed at home and watched it on Pie TV.

Baby steps, man, baby steps.

You'll get a lot of this crap. Firstly, people will pretend they're really concerned for your fate. They are to a degree, but really, they don't care. Secondly, if all goes according to plan, they'll pretend to be really pleased for you, but really, they're wishing it was their club. Thirdly, if you start winning things, they'll slag you all off for being glory hunters.

Witness the shift at Bradford:-

- Bradford nearly die - everyone is concerned
- Bradford sign sponsorship deal they describe as largest in RL - arms thrown up in air about ethical nature of sponsor!

For my part, and based on the above, I'm delighted it looks like it's going to turn out. I wish you every success but not to the point where you overtake my team, Warrington. That's really what everyone wants if they're honest!

Tremendous news, sounds like It couldnt have worked out better really.
As a Rugby League fan Im chuffed for you.

Even for a report in the Manchester Evening Comic it does fill me with great hope that this is now a formality rather than a dream.

The signings have me intrigued as it reads that the Aussies (or at least players from the NRL) may already be here and will be unveiled at the press conference.

Did Wigan raise a team for the friendly and turn up?

Hope all works out next week btw

I really hope all of this comes off for Salford. It would obviously be great for the club, and its fans, but I think the benefits for the game as a whole will be huge. Another big club, spending up to the salary cap in the Salford/Manchester area will improve Super League immensly. Hopefully this will mean that Koukash will really develop the game in the area and get more youngsters/schools/clubs playing the game which will have obvious benefits to the game as a whole and England RL. He definately sounds like the kind of guy that will get all of the right off field structures in place.

Just watched the five minute press conference on YouTube, must say I'm impressed.
For Salford to obtain a %share in the stadium plus training facilities, academy hostel and other ventures in the surrounding areas is massive for you.

In addition to having a strong Wigan, Wire and Saints it does now seem that both Salford & Widnes are on their way to getting their finances in order (all five have modern stadia - unlike in Yorkshire) and that can only be good for the game in the long run.

Enjoy the season, obviously it make take a couple of years for the hardwork to come to fruition but who's to say we won't start seeing Salford in the latter stages of the playoffs / cup semis, finals in the coming years?

Look forward to the day I see four/five thousand Salford fans in the North Stand at the DW.

Good luck!

Anyone any idea what time the press conference is set for tomorrow?

On my way to Luxembourg and wouldn't mind making sure I'm able to get a signal at the right time.