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[junglej13]

Woke up, saw the tweet and I just couldn't comprehend it. I was like its not April 1st so what's the catch.

Still can't quite believe it.

And to think a couple of weeks ago you had people trying to stir up a story that we were moving to the Butts

Thought you were suggesting these as new lyrics to the song.

 

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[duffer]

I'd just like to thank all of those who made this possible.

SISU, Coventry City Council, ACL, Wasps, without your endless incompetence, chicanery, back door deals, and in some cases, downright corruption, we'd probably not have ended up here.

Your willingness to throw vast amounts of money and time at endlessly trying to screw each other and the club over has finally paid off.

For us.

Now, from the bottom of my heart, please fuck off quietly whilst we get on with celebrating.

 

[junglej13]

Hope not. Really pleased he has managed to do this but much prefer an owner who operates in the background than one who does things for self aggrandisement. I always thought the Doug Ellis Stand at Villa sounded tinpot.

Was tongue in cheek about the lettering. Although a subtle tribute would be nice 'Coventry Cidy'

 

[Adge]

Well what a momentous day in the club’s history. If Doug doesn’t achieve anything else he should be remembered for this alone.
Coincidentally it’s my 29th anniversary today, so hopefully 3 points a nice table booked for 7-30pm and………………..
Had to laugh at the Mrs earlier as she now thinks going forward that our anniversary will be put on the back burner for the day that Doug purchased the CBS!

 

[Mercian In Anglia]

I might celebrate this news today by going to Northampton’s home game

Doug's bringing in 'text a sub' on a premium rate to fund the purchase

 

[CovveeBreak]

Genuinely made me cry. Absolute pivotal moment for the club. Amazing amazing news.

 

[CovveeBreak]

Anyone who decides to come for DK now gets a smack in the face. Geezer is doing gods work.

 

[Sky Blue Goblin]

 

[duffer]

Maton. Biggest gobshite on the planet. Anyway, fuck him, we won, they went bust. Cry salt tears you useless slimy traitorous c**t.

 

[Evo1883]

 

[covcity4life]

Well what a momentous day in the club’s history. If Doug doesn’t achieve anything else he should be remembered for this alone.
Coincidentally it’s my 29th anniversary today, so hopefully 3 points a nice table booked for 7-30pm and………………..
Had to laugh at the Mrs earlier as she now thinks going forward that our anniversary will be put on the back burner for the day that Doug purchased the CBS!

Take her to the anecdote and then casino after

We get all the money!

Oh and congratulations!

 

[Captain Dart]

Still can't bring myself to waking up this morning feeling fine.

It explains why the club sorted the turnstiles etc etc etc.

Great news. Feels a bit weird.

The song will be resounding round the Arena this afternoon.

That's a Captain Dart promise.

 

[clint van damme]

I imagine his song will be sung with much pride even among the sceptics. PUSB

Keep imagining! And change your username!

 

[Monkeyface]

Happy birthday to me... Best present possible!

 

[GC1976]

Who thinks we can now have a Sillett - Curtis stand named after these two heroes. First time in 20 years we can really put a load of love into the CBS. What could we do to honour Highfield Road. Never thought about this before but it’s exciting no ?

 

[Flying Fokker]

Anyone who decides to come for DK now gets a smack in the face. Geezer is doing gods work.

Steady on..He’s his own man.

 

[lord_garrincha]

Wasps, SISU & the Council... Gone, but never forget.

 

[MaltaSkyBlue]

Happy birthday to me... Best present possible!

I'm having to stop reading this thread in order to wipe tears from my eyes.. fantastic news!

 

[clint van damme]

The club is owned by Doug King.

It includes:

Modern day stadium with all year round revenue
Training ground
Talented squad
Top manager

We are now a top target for investors or approaches to buy the club. Not saying Doug will sell but we’ve never been in a better position.

I'd imagine that's his ultimate goal. But if he makes some cash and the club is in a good place, then everyone's a winner.

I think he'll still be here for a bit though. He's increase the value of the club exponentially over night, getting us up would rocket it even further so I think he'll hang around and see if we can achieve that in the next year or two

 

[procdoc]

I'm having to stop reading this thread in order to wipe tears from my eyes.. fantastic news!

It’s only his birthday mate, calm down!

 

[Flying Fokker]

Fuckin' hell...that's come out of the blue.
How was this kept secret ?
It's amazing news, but so incredibly unexpected.
Have to say...Doug has played a blinder, and even his staunchest critic must now admit, that so far, he's been a magnificent custodian of our club.
Best Deal Ever.

In the past 25 or so years and on the advent of social media.
There’s always been an undercurrent of things going on behind the scenes. I think the red herring more recently was of course The Butts Park Arena. Did make me wonder if something was about to happen.

 

[fatso]

Looking forward to an exceptional atmosphere today.
Big it up for the King!

 

[Mercian In Anglia]

Anyone who decides to come for DK now gets a smack in the face. Geezer is doing gods work.

He'll be getting Fishy Moore's reopened at this rate

 

[Flying Fokker]

This guy is back in play to purchase us now too!!!


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Who’s this guy? Taint Dale Evans

 

[Deity]

For the bedwetters who complain when the King song is sung best not turn up today … I have a feeling it’s going to be loud !

 

[Skyblue Bangkok]

Genuinely made me cry. Absolute pivotal moment for the club. Amazing amazing news.

I never thought I'd see the day when the ground is actually our proper home now.

 

[Skyblue Bangkok]

Who’s this guy? Taint Dale Evans

Dhinsa

 

[Chris1987]

OK Bling. Fine. You've won me over ffs.

Fair play Sparks

 

[Calista]

The club wasn’t worth 1 pence yesterday as it had zero asset value - overnight it’s worth millions. It has income streams and external potential investment it’s never had in its history.

I profess to have no knowledge of this kind of stuff, but doesn't all this depend on how the purchase has been financed? What do we know about that?

 

[torchomatic]

Keep imagining! And change your username!

I'll never sing the cringe DK song. Might clap along today though.

 

[CovveeBreak]

Can't believe I'm not there today. Things I request:

1) DK song sung loud and proud
2) At least 3 goals and a clean sheet
3) DK to walk around the pitch to with a tshirt cannon to Thunderstruck by ACDC

 

[Grendel]

I profess to have no knowledge of this kind of stuff, but doesn't all this depend on how the purchase has been financed? What do we know about that?

It doesn’t really because the club had no asset base and a 2 year licence so was worthless.

The financing doesn’t change the asset value as such

 

[clint van damme]

For the bedwetters who complain when the King song is sung best not turn up today … I have a feeling it’s going to be loud !

I can't stand it, but why would I not turn up because of a song. Strange post.
If people want to sing it, good luck, let them crack on.

 

[PVA]

Would be classic city to go out and lose 3 nil now

 

[Earlsdon_Skyblue1]

Woke up, saw the tweet and I just couldn't comprehend it. I was like its not April 1st so what's the catch.

Still can't quite believe it.

And to think a couple of weeks ago you had people trying to stir up a story that we were moving to the Butts

The first I saw was an image in a WhatsApp group I was in and I dismissed it almost immediately. It looked fake and like a wind up, and I think the writing and text also made it look a bit like a practical joke!

I actually had to come on here to check, and there was already an 8 page thread!