This is certainly a possibility as the Malaysian investors in the club try to settle a loan notes debt that could be as large as £28m. Hammam would be prepared to wipe off the debt in return for a 50 per cent stake in the club and role as effective director of football. The Malaysian investors would then take care of all financial and commercial matters.
This is certainly a possibility as the Malaysian investors in the club try to settle a loan notes debt that could be as large as £28m. Hammam would be prepared to wipe off the debt in return for a 50 per cent stake in the club and role as effective director of football. The Malaysian investors would then take care of all financial and commercial matters.
Just how he would work alongside Malaysian investor Vincent Tan is an interesting question, as is the reaction of manager Dave Jones. The initial reaction of fans seems to be mixed to say the least.
John Hartson was arguing in The Football League Paper yesterday that given the money they have spent this season Cardiff City would have to win promotion this season or risk a backlash from Bluebirds supporters. This is the same John Hartson who has a box at the Liberty Stadium, the home of Cardiff’s rivals Swansea City.
Wind ups aside, the Welsh capital can surely sustain a Premier League side? Of course, both South Wales teams could get promoted, allowing them to play their needle derbies at a higher level. Or will the sporting accolades in Cardiff this season come just to ice hockey side Cardiff Devils who look like winning the Elite League?