He lives in Rainford and likes the North West. When he first came to the UK, he was considering moving to London, but he found the people round here to be very friendly so stayed.

He is also starting to keep some of his horses in the grounds of Knowsley Hall and I believe one of his goals is to be a Racehorse Trainer within a couple of years and will use Knowsley Hall as his stables/facility.

I've very little doubt in my mind that all the open land around Salford's stadium was an attraction to him.

Perhaps the 'good' doctor was intrigued by the potential property development opportunities to be had in the neighbourhood? He certainly wouldn't get that in 'that there London' well certainly not to a budget

Whilst Barton appears to be out on a limb, Peel have plans for that area, a new docks, a racecourse etc huge potential and it seems that Koukash would like a stake.

Absolutely 'bang-on' Uncle Rico www.peel.co.uk/projects/portsalford

Absolutely 'bang-on' Uncle Rico www.peel.co.uk/projects/portsalford

Hull KR's a good shout. Craven Park needs some serious modernisation, but with their position in a city of 500,000 people and a big rugby culture, a bit of cash injected and some success should mean you'd be able to drag gates over 10k a week.

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Salford is a far better prospect for a SL club than either London or Hull KR.

Koukash has made a good investment, if he knows what he is doing he will make them successful.

If I had unlimited funds, then I guess I would attempt a franchise either in Cumbria or South Wales - Potential for a decent, enthusiastic fanbase in either area, if done properly it could be a success.

Unfortunately, past attempts, especially in Wales, have been a tad amateurish, which is a barb you could aim at quite a few RL clubs.

Not really sure about London, its cosmopolitan nature means the potential fanbase isn't as big as some would imagine - Its a problem that Koukash might find in the Salford/Manchester area. You don't tend to find much interest among our ethnic community in RL, however much we might like to try and all integrate.

How does everyone think Salford will get on next season? My mate has bet me £20 they come in the top 4! 8th at best I would say. I hope they do well and continue to get stronger but wouldn't expect too much too soon.

Unlimited funds and I would (anonymously) buy Wigan and run them into the ground

Excellent idea I will buy Widnes then

The majority of their board seem to be plumping for 8th but I think they are hedging their bets and hoping for 6th and dreaming of top 4.

I would put them at 6th-8th and should be well in the play off mix