Dear Mr Donald



6th
Coeus said:
Plenty of rich folks that own football clubs that aim to run it self sustaining.

We have just had a very wealthy owner.

They own a piece of another sporting club that isn't doing that well.

What is it that you think they will do? Next Man City or anything?

Having wealthy owners is nice but there is absolutely nothing to suggest they would either A) be prepared to write off 100's of millions like Ellis did on the club or B) be very bright at running a football club.
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Its quite possible they intend to do something along the lines of man city mate. Is that not why everyone was so excited?

Failing that, it would be nice if they could carry out repairs without needing external investment.
 
Steve H said:
Tho OP post may have no effect, but I bet it makes him feel better.
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That’s how prayers work, psychologically speaking. Difference is, someone at the club will definitely have read this I bet. I don’t agree with all of it but the “please leave” bit was excellent
 
Hawyatt Earp said:
That’s how prayers work, psychologically speaking. Difference is, someone at the club will definitely have read this I bet. I don’t agree with all of it but the “please leave” bit was excellent
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I noticed the use of flavour of the month phrase "MAKE NO MISTAKE..." (cue music)

Who will play Kermit in the film? No one springs to mind... 🤔
 
The same old posters belittling the OP for having the gall to speak out, it was exactly the same under Short, until of course it was too late. Of course the club reads these boards, I think that's obvious now. I'll be very surprised if they don't and so they should. We seem as lost as ever under the current leadership, we don't have a clue what direction we're going in and no-one seems to have a plan. Very frustrating.
 
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Dear Mr Donal
Kermit said:
I suspect you or other high ranking members of the club read this board. I find it inconceivable that you wouldn't, few businesses have direct access to detailed feedback like this about their organisation. Firstly, i would like to thank you for the time, money and effort you have invested in our club. It was clearly in dire straits when you came in. It is a monster and it has, presumably, taken over your life. I think the vast majority of safc fans would share this sentiment.

I would also like to express deep regret for any threats, abuse or personal attacks you may have received from any Sunderland "fans". There is no excuse for it and it is completely out of order. This behaviour is not representative of the fanbase. While absolutely inexcusable, i suspect it has been borne of frustration and anxiety regarding the current plight of our once proud club. This is a feeling shared by almost all supporters at present.

The club appears to be in turmoil and mired in uncertainty. This hasnt been helped by your sudden and complete withdrawal of communication with the fans, having previously been very high profile and easily accessible. Incidentally, i believe you have made the correct decision in this regard.

I do believe, however, that you have made a number of decisions that could be seen as questionable. No one gets everything right all of the time, but unfortunately we find ourselves, in November, in 7th position in league 1. Make no mistake, this is not acceptable.

This is Sunderland Association Football Club. Quite simply one of the best in the country. It should not be here for one season, never mind two. Three is inconceivable. As an Oxford supporter, league 1 is quite normal, the checkatrade trophy is worth winning and the championship would be nice. Not here. With the greatest respect to Oxford, safc is on a different planet.

We need owners on a different level to what you and charlie can offer, owners like FPP. I dont know what has happened between the podcasts being briefed/the holding company being set up and the apparent scaling back from takeover to investment. If the problem is on your side, however, i would urge you to reconsider and do everything in your power to ensure the sale goes through. You said when you came, you would know before the fans when it was time to move on. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the club. It cannot be missed.

It could be that everything is already lined up behind the scenes for a full takeover in the future. If so, thank you. It could be the issue is with FPP being cautious and things changed from their perspective. If so, i apologise. Whatever the situation, please make this happen.

Kind regards

Kermit

As if Mr Donald is reading this thinking to himself,,,,,hmmmm great idea why didn’t I think of that,,,cheers frogster
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Kermit said:
I suspect you or other high ranking members of the club read this board. I find it inconceivable that you wouldn't, few businesses have direct access to detailed feedback like this about their organisation. Firstly, i would like to thank you for the time, money and effort you have invested in our club. It was clearly in dire straits when you came in. It is a monster and it has, presumably, taken over your life. I think the vast majority of safc fans would share this sentiment.

I would also like to express deep regret for any threats, abuse or personal attacks you may have received from any Sunderland "fans". There is no excuse for it and it is completely out of order. This behaviour is not representative of the fanbase. While absolutely inexcusable, i suspect it has been borne of frustration and anxiety regarding the current plight of our once proud club. This is a feeling shared by almost all supporters at present.

The club appears to be in turmoil and mired in uncertainty. This hasnt been helped by your sudden and complete withdrawal of communication with the fans, having previously been very high profile and easily accessible. Incidentally, i believe you have made the correct decision in this regard.

I do believe, however, that you have made a number of decisions that could be seen as questionable. No one gets everything right all of the time, but unfortunately we find ourselves, in November, in 7th position in league 1. Make no mistake, this is not acceptable.

This is Sunderland Association Football Club. Quite simply one of the best in the country. It should not be here for one season, never mind two. Three is inconceivable. As an Oxford supporter, league 1 is quite normal, the checkatrade trophy is worth winning and the championship would be nice. Not here. With the greatest respect to Oxford, safc is on a different planet.

We need owners on a different level to what you and charlie can offer, owners like FPP. I dont know what has happened between the podcasts being briefed/the holding company being set up and the apparent scaling back from takeover to investment. If the problem is on your side, however, i would urge you to reconsider and do everything in your power to ensure the sale goes through. You said when you came, you would know before the fans when it was time to move on. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the club. It cannot be missed.

It could be that everything is already lined up behind the scenes for a full takeover in the future. If so, thank you. It could be the issue is with FPP being cautious and things changed from their perspective. If so, i apologise. Whatever the situation, please make this happen.

Kind regards

Kermit
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:lol::lol:
 
Kermit said:
I suspect you or other high ranking members of the club read this board. I find it inconceivable that you wouldn't, few businesses have direct access to detailed feedback like this about their organisation. Firstly, i would like to thank you for the time, money and effort you have invested in our club. It was clearly in dire straits when you came in. It is a monster and it has, presumably, taken over your life. I think the vast majority of safc fans would share this sentiment.

I would also like to express deep regret for any threats, abuse or personal attacks you may have received from any Sunderland "fans". There is no excuse for it and it is completely out of order. This behaviour is not representative of the fanbase. While absolutely inexcusable, i suspect it has been borne of frustration and anxiety regarding the current plight of our once proud club. This is a feeling shared by almost all supporters at present.

The club appears to be in turmoil and mired in uncertainty. This hasnt been helped by your sudden and complete withdrawal of communication with the fans, having previously been very high profile and easily accessible. Incidentally, i believe you have made the correct decision in this regard.

I do believe, however, that you have made a number of decisions that could be seen as questionable. No one gets everything right all of the time, but unfortunately we find ourselves, in November, in 7th position in league 1. Make no mistake, this is not acceptable.

This is Sunderland Association Football Club. Quite simply one of the best in the country. It should not be here for one season, never mind two. Three is inconceivable. As an Oxford supporter, league 1 is quite normal, the checkatrade trophy is worth winning and the championship would be nice. Not here. With the greatest respect to Oxford, safc is on a different planet.

We need owners on a different level to what you and charlie can offer, owners like FPP. I dont know what has happened between the podcasts being briefed/the holding company being set up and the apparent scaling back from takeover to investment. If the problem is on your side, however, i would urge you to reconsider and do everything in your power to ensure the sale goes through. You said when you came, you would know before the fans when it was time to move on. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the club. It cannot be missed.

It could be that everything is already lined up behind the scenes for a full takeover in the future. If so, thank you. It could be the issue is with FPP being cautious and things changed from their perspective. If so, i apologise. Whatever the situation, please make this happen.

Kind regards

Kermit
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Good post, but that is just one persons opinion.
Everyone has other opinions about the owners.
 
Kermit said:
6th


Its quite possible they intend to do something along the lines of man city mate. Is that not why everyone was so excited?

Failing that, it would be nice if they could carry out repairs without needing external investment.
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I think a lot of people got very carried away, there is absolutely nothing to suggest a man city would be taken. There are under 10 examples of this happening elsewhere.

If it was Red Bull I would understand, they have a strategy which is far more important than being worth billions in my opinion.
 
Donald needs to come out of hiding.

Man up & face the music.

His absence is doing the club/fan base no favours at the moment.
 
I want them to sell up and go. I wish them zero abuse or anything like that and I respect their hard work.

But I want them to go.
 
Sell up and go. Nothing personal but you can harp on about balancing the books all you want, he has turned us into a Mickey Mouse league 1 side. Shit players, shit manager, shit coaching team, shit youth teams.
 

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