Osborne gone!

[kevgull]

I’m reading Osborne has gone but the TUFC website seems to be down.

[SuperNickyWroe]

He has - and issued a statement.
Obviously didnt like the i article as it told the truth.

[United62]

Saw this on twitter...


Torquay United AFC
@TUFC1899
Message To Supporters

Following Clarke Osborne’s statement confirming the intention to appoint an administrator, the club wishes to update supporters.

http://tinyurl.com/4vzz5mya

but link won't work

[kevgull]

He has - and issued a statement.
Obviously didnt like the i article as it told the truth.

Where do we go from here Super?

[UnitedinDevon]

And it took national press to get to this point

Shame on local publications

[SuperNickyWroe]

Where do we go from here Super?

Buckland?

[Gloomy Gull]

Where do we go from here Super?

In the financial shit !!!

[hector]

Clarke Osborne has today issued the following statement regarding TUAFC:
"It is with sincere regret that I advise that circumstances beyond my control during the last five weeks have brought me to the position that I am unable to continue financial support for the Club and I have today filed on behalf of the Directors, an intention to appoint an administrator to the Club and Company.
The prospect of creating a new stadium and commercial facility was the driver for the investment, the excitement to deliver something truly transformative for the Club and Torbay.
I would reiterate what I have said many times, that Torquay United is blessed with fantastic, passionate support and I am sorry that we have not been able to reach our goal for the Club and fans, despite significant effort and investment.
I would like to pay a personal tribute to both George Edwards and Mel Hayman who have worked tirelessly for this Club, voluntarily. Their selfless time commitment, and passion for the Club has been limitless despite some very difficult headwinds.
I also pay tribute to the entire Torquay United family, the Team both on and off the field of play, for their hard work, commitment and in some instances on a voluntary basis.
The financing of football in this country is precarious and can only thrive in the lower divisions where there is either a close collaborative relationship with the local authority, it is a trophy asset or is backed by substantial local individuals and businesses. I believe that it needs a fundamentall overhaul of its financing structure, rights distribution in the lower leagues and recognition that many clubs represent a fundamental part of the local community and its visitor attractions.
Ambitious Clubs should in my opinion be given special status in their push to bring in investment, develop facilities, bring spend and employment to the local economy.
I have today stepped down as Chairman of the Board.
Now is the time for the Club, supporters, Torbay community and the Local Authority to come together and continue on the path to the future. I will assist a change of ownership where and when invited. The detailed plans, proposals and related data for the proposed developments will be gifted to the Club as will any time requested to assist in the future planning and development."

[WainwrightGull]

Who in all honesty did not see this coming ?
Mismanaged from top to bottom.
But don’t worry we have the Best Manager at the helm

[UnitedinDevon]

Clearly has been told that he won't get the land he wants and now has jumped ship

Blaming everyone else and giving praise to GE, it's really a staggering statement

This situation was coming and it was the moment he took over after that interesting 'loan' from the previous heirs of the club

Signed, sealed and gone?

[PrestonGull]

Osborne gone, what people have been calling for for ages…….now what??

[SuperNickyWroe]

Clearly has been told that he won't get the land he wants and now has jumped ship

Blaming everyone else and giving praise to GE, it's really a staggering statement

This situation was coming and it was the moment he took over after that interesting 'loan' from the previous heirs of the club

Signed, sealed and gone?

If he'd actually built a stadium previously he might have got somewhere.

[kevgull]

I’m now wondering how this affects all TUFC staff wages until the end of the season. Is cash on the gate on match days vital for our survival.

Boycotting matches may need a rethinking.

[TommyGunn]

It is no surprise to me.
The TUST will now have a lot of work to do on our behalf to find out if we have any options. Hope everyone gets fully behind them.
I believe the administrators have to talk to the TUST within 3 weeks??????

[SuperNickyWroe]

Statement, then silence...
Twitter & TUFC Website down.......