The Orange One gives his views on the Charlton takeover, seeing the Addicks as no threat to Palace any time soon: https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/the-most-underperforming-club-in-english-football-pundits-big-statement-as-former-crystal-palace-owner-makes-portsmouth-derby-county-and-charlton-athletic-calls-4172896?fbclid=IwAR3JfR6MzEeOEfCO44nuj6B26b7odxiOSgV0irWH5eP2yNhhxiS-ACxRtYA
Well, we never thought that either.
Chief executive Peter Storrie thinks that estimates that the completion of the takeover will take three weeks to complete are optimistic and eight to nine weeks are more likely. With the transfer window opening on Tuesday, Dean Holden is in charge, although Storrie has been involved in two possible signings. He is not saying anything about Alfie May where there is a lot of competition from other clubs: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/charlton-chief-executive-peter-storrie-talks-takeover-timeline-and-dean-holdens-crucial-role-in-transfer-window-business/
I formed a negative view of Charlie Methven watching the television series about Sunderland. He came across as an arrogant, self-satisfied big ego who was also very shallow if superficially articulate. A typical Old Etonian in other words. A blog from Sunderland supporters tell us why we should be very worried about him: https://www.si.com/soccer/sunderland/opinion/sunderland-why-charlton-fans-should-be-very-worried-about-charlie-methven-takeover
Peter Storrie expects to step down as chief executive once the takeover is completed. He confirmed that a budget is in place for transfers: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/charlton-chief-executive-storrie-expecting-to-step-down-once-takeover-completes-and-clear-on-transfer-budget-plans/
SE7 Partners are now controlled by Global Football Partners Ltd. registered in the Cayman Islands.
The signing of an agreement to sell Charlton to the SE7 Partners consortium has been confirmed: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/charlton-athletic-takeover-takes-big-step-forward-after-spa-agreement/
Richard Cawley notes: 'EFL approval likely to take a number of weeks - maybe between six to eight. Joshua Friedman's takeover party also need to get a lease agreement for Valley and training ground sanctioned by Roland Duchatelet.'
VOTV website editor Rick Everitt points out: '“Sanctioned by Roland Duchatelet” - what could possibly go wrong? Last time this was required it led to a 150% rent increase. The lease will have to be amended because Sandgaard’s US firm is explicitly named in it as the guarantor.'
If the deal is finalised, fans will judge the new owners by their actions not their words.
Richard Cawley reports: 'Have been told tonight that both parties in the Charlton takeover talks have now signed the Sale Purchase Agreement. Expecting more clarity in the morning. Not had confirmation from Thomas Sandgaard on this, but aiming to add more detail tomorrow AM.'
Any sale will require EFL approval which may take some time.
Richard Cawley reports: 'Sounds as if it is crunch time for the Charlton takeover bid by the consortium involving Joshua Friedman and Gabriel Brener, in terms of a resolution either way by the end of this week.'
Aaron Henry has signed a two year contract extension with the option of another 12 months: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/charlton-athletic-midfielder-signs-two-year-contract-extension-with-option-of-additional-12-month-extension/
He may go out on loan next season to aid his development.
