[baggyman68]

When is this sports announcement supposed to be made?

[addy]

When is this sports announcement supposed to be made?

Being re-arranged, I assume we might have another announcement of the announcement tomorrow, with a new date.

[johnny Cash]

Maybe, but they did quickly deny the Southampton rumors just two days after they started with an official statement (http://www.wanda-group.com/2014/latest_0120/394.html). I am not sure they are fans of being misreported. Have they have had a change of heart now though? they are fueling the speculation by replying to Albion fans on social media. Would seem a massive u turn in decision making. Doesn't make sense to quash rumours so fast, then 1 year later fuel very similar reports.

I also don't understand how the Express & Star can claim the Jack Ma speculation as instant 'wide of the mark' yet have allowed the Wanda speculation to keep growing. Did someone at the club tell them 100% it was not Jack Ma? Why haven't they been able to get full confirmation on Wanda?

We will see what this sports announcement brings by Wanda, I mean there is a massive chance its nothing to do with us but its just strange how its been festering for so long.

I didn't know that so thank you. It could be that the company is in a different place now, but it does beg the question.

[RogerBadoo]

It's hard to get away from the fact that the Wanda Group aren't working hard to deny the rumours. It does seem the announcement is sports related. I am not for one minute saying its definitely them but I am more confident today than I was yesterday. It would make some kind of sense. 

[charlebaggie]

I call them Muppets simply because a lot of them seem to think we can compete for any player in world football and make stupid comments but hey I suppose that's social media for you...anyway back on topic I'd love to be wrong I really would because Wanda group seem like a serious force in the market but I can see no way unless they are somehow connected to the party its all agreed with being them sorry but I just wouldn't get one's hopes up.

.   Cheers mate , Let's just wait and see 

[caravanc58]

Have another listen. His exact words:

'Also in that group is Mr. Jianlin of Wanda who is rumoured to be buying West Brom.'

'He's the man in line for West Bromwich Albion?'

'Allegedly, yeah.'

Doesn't sound like the guy is saying anything more than the Birmingham Mail says: rumours and alleged interest. Very non-committal. It's a far cry from 'they're definitely involved'. Franksy doesn't push him for more info either.

I could be miles off, but it's not enough for me for someone to say there's alleged rumours that Wang Jianlin is buying Albion, when that's been said since last summer.

that's not my point, you said he doesn't mention Jianlin, just saying that he does mention him.

[PsalmXXIII]

that's not my point, you said he doesn't mention Jianlin, just saying that he does mention him.

Nope, not what I said in the original post. I said the guy in the interview didn't say it was Wang Jianlin who was buying the Albion. Which he didn't, he merely said he's rumoured and when pressed said 'allegedly'. What's it matter now anyway, he's apparently an expert so it's bound to be Wanda.

[caravanc58]

Nope, not what I said in the original post. I said the guy in the interview didn't say it was Wang Jianlin who was buying the Albion. Which he didn't, he merely said he's rumoured and when pressed said 'allegedly'. What's it matter now anyway, he's apparently an expert so it's bound to be Wanda.

just wish the saga would blow away myself.

[PsalmXXIII]

just wish the saga would blow away myself.

You and me both mate.

I can't take many more Albion fans tweeting Wanda. One even tweeted them saying 'are you buying WBA, the fans deserve to know'. Jesus wept.

[WorcsWBA]

I can't take many more Albion fans tweeting Wanda. One even tweeted them saying 'are you buying WBA, the fans deserve to know'. Jesus wept.

There's always a danger that tweeting will bring out the numpty in people at times! 

[baggiejohn]

You and me both mate.

I can't take many more Albion fans tweeting Wanda. One even tweeted them saying 'are you buying WBA, the fans deserve to know'. Jesus wept.

Just read the planning page in the E & S, got to hand it to these Chinese, Golden Dragon is changing it's name to Wanda 

[Lloydy]

You and me both mate.

I can't take many more Albion fans tweeting Wanda. One even tweeted them saying 'are you buying WBA, the fans deserve to know'. Jesus wept.

Literally seen you post nothing but moaning about Albion fans on Twitter over the last few days. If it bothers you that much then don't go on there.

[HampshireBaggie]

Observation...

Looks like Dalian Wanda Group were pretty stern in their rebuttable of a Daily Mirror article about a takeover of Southampton. There has been a similar article regarding us and no rebuttal.

[KnaveofAlbion]

Observation...

Looks like Dalian Wanda Group were pretty stern in their rebuttable of a Daily Mirror article about a takeover of Southampton. There has been a similar article regarding us and no rebuttal.

I'd agree, they have interacted with Albion fans twice. Neither time saying we're not interested. Once could be the twitter guy not knowing, but days later they do it again. Unless they are trolling the fans then why are they and i find a multi-billion pound company trolling football fans hard to believe. It's not like they need the advertising or PR?

It's a case of wait and see, but if it isn't Wanda, I will reflect on this period wondering what they were up to.

[Baggie79]

I really hope Peace stays as it will be another part of the clubs sole lost if we are foreign owned. However it seems as though it is a done deal now unless a late withdrawal happens like last time.

[KnaveofAlbion]

I really hope Peace stays as it will be another part of the clubs sole lost if we are foreign owned. However it seems as though it is a done deal now unless a late withdrawal happens like last time.

If the owner is clever they'll have him work him in hand with the Chair for a season as a handover and get at least 2 current staff members to sign up for 2-3 years. Being foreign owned doesn't mean having a Chinese chair who knows nothing about UK football, especially if it's Wanda, I expect them to appoint the best person they can get for the job.

It's odd, we're just days away from either a very exciting time, or a disaster. In ten years time we'll look back and know, but now, it's a coin flip.

I'm a tad nervous about it.

[lewisant]

I really hope Peace stays as it will be another part of the clubs sole lost if we are foreign owned. However it seems as though it is a done deal now unless a late withdrawal happens like last time.

Thanks Baggie79. Put the Wanda dreamers hopes to rest would ya?!

[BaggieBirdRus]

I really hope Peace stays as it will be another part of the clubs sole lost if we are foreign owned. However it seems as though it is a done deal now unless a late withdrawal happens like last time.

I know what your saying but we NEED investment to sustain and push on as a football club. JP can't do that with us.

[HampshireBaggie]

Baggie79 do you think there is a chance JP will stick around if/when he sells? Or do you think he'll want to retire nicely on his wealth?

[matt_home1]

One thing with up, we were never a toy or play thing, we were his life for 13 years, and a decent go of it he made. I only hope the new owners have the money, ambition and the know how to take us to the next level. But one thing for sure season tickets will go over £400. Buy them cheap while you still can

[kc56wba]

One thing with up, we were never a toy or play thing, we were his life for 13 years, and a decent go of it he made. I only hope the new owners have the money, ambition and the know how to take us to the next level. But one thing for sure season tickets will go over £400. Buy them cheap while you still can

Already am in some parts of the ground.

[matt_home1]

I know, but I imagine cheapest will be at least £500 soon. To "enable us to compete" ffp being the driver

[addy]

I think Peace will stay on even if we do get taken over, I hope he does. He can pocket a bit more money, network with the Chinese and leave us in good stead in a couple of years.

[baggie38]

Heard a little rumour that Jenkins could be leaving as part of the takeover.

[PsalmXXIII]

Literally seen you post nothing but moaning about Albion fans on Twitter over the last few days. If it bothers you that much then don't go on there.

Selective reading? I've posted about plenty other stuff. I didn't realise me posting my grievances on here grated on you so much. Might I suggest you read my other posts, they may be to your liking. Though probably not.