Quote: Halfdan of t'wide embrace "Given the sums required, and the low support base, the possible way forward would be what Pompey Trust have done. They identified supporters "of high net worth" who put in substantial sums, minimum of £50k I think. Without that assistance I think the sums would be hugely challenging. A recent Trust led attempt to get Aldershot Town FC into community ownership failed with "only" £82k raised. Their active support base is probably bigger than ours at the moment. I actually support the only Trust owned ice hockey team, it's fair to say it is hard work keeping them afloat year on year without a sugar daddy.
Anyone seriously considering this route should contact Supporters Direct for advice. There would be huge challenges but London is a relatively wealthy part of the UK so it might just be possible. I suspect SD would suggest researching potential support, both in membership and money if a fan takeover became possible, early in the process. Whether it would be worth proceeding would emerge rather quickly I suspect.'"
i imagine they'll advise that to form a supporter's trust, you first need supporters
