lookersstandandy Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 I for one welcome our new Geordie overlords ....Geordie overlords that could be helpful in yet another deal..... http://www.football365.com/news/21554/9370089/Arsenal-Move-On-Debuchy-Toon-Target-Richards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewBlue Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 If it's true that we're losing near to a million a year this deal will only be partially covering losses, but it can't be a coincidence that we've just handed out the longest contract and, in likelihood, paid the biggest transfer fee we have for a few years days before this announcement. Probably a sign of stability coming from the prospect of new revenue sources. The reality is in football today few teams succeed without selling their soul, and it's not too big a price to pay despite it being a horrible name. Also on the plus side is that Rotherham had links to Newcastle last season, taking a few players on loan who were very successful. I wouldn't mind following their model... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handsy Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Thanks for clearing that up yarddog no thats his mum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticsPete Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 PREMIER LEAGUEArsenal - Emirates StadiumHull City - KC Stadium Leicester City - King Power Stadium (formerly Walkers Stadium)Manchester City - Etihad Stadium (City of Manchester Stadium/Eastlands)Stoke City - Britannia Stadium CHAMPIONSHIPBolton - Macron Stadium (Reebok Stadium) Bournemouth - Goldsands Stadium (Dean Court)Brighton - American Express Community Stadium (Falmer Stadium)Derby - The iPro Stadium (Pride Park)Huddersfield Town - John Smith's Stadium (formerly Galpharm Stadium and originally Alfred McAlpine Stadium)Wigan Athletic - DW Stadium LEAGUE ONEBradford City - Coral Windows Stadium (Valley Parade) Chesterfield - Proact Stadium (formerly B2net Stadium)Colchester United - Weston Homes Community Stadium (Colchester Community Stadium)Coventry City - Ricoh Arena (City of Coventry Stadium)*Crawley Town - Checkatrade.com Stadium (Broadfield Stadium) Doncaster Rovers - The Keepmoat StadiumLeyton Orient - Matchroom Stadium (Brisbane Road) Oldham Athletic - SportsDirect.com Park (Boundary Park)Shrewsbury Town - Greenhous Meadow (The New Meadow)Stevenage Borough - The Lamex Stadium (Broadhall Way)Walsall - Banks's Stadium (Bescot Stadium)LEAGUE TWO AFC Wimbledon - The Cherry Red Records Stadium (Kingsmeadow)Burton Albion - Pirelli Stadium Bury - JD Stadium (Gigg Lane) Cambridge United - R Costings Abbey Stadium (Abbey Stadium)Cheltenham Town - Abbey Business Stadium (Whaddon Road)Dagenham - London Borough of Barking & Dagenham Stadium (Victoria Road)Mansfield Town - One Call Stadium (Field Mill)Morecambe - Globe Arena I did say not new grounds - and the vast majority of those are new in that the club has moved from its traditional ground But the ones that aren't eg Mansfield and Brad City underline my point that the old name is still the one used Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShakerT Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Great News well done to all involved in the deal..... now lets see the new kit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 (edited) Actually, it is the "Athletic Ground"? It was only renamed Boundary Park in about 1899. All you part timers and fly by night fans can call it by its modern name of Boundary Park but it will always remain the "Athletic Ground" to me. You are doing remarkably well for someone over 115 years old. Edited July 3, 2014 by BP1960 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laticsrblue Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 (edited) I should think the new stand and the Main Stand will have a massive SportsDirect.com Park sign on them.. I hope I'm wrong but I doubt it. The deal on the OS doesn't mention them sponsoring the North Stand, so there is still an opportunity for a bit more sponsorship lolly. Edited July 3, 2014 by laticsrblue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 (edited) Of course that is going to happen, but at least we get something out of it for once. In fact nmothing would please me more if the City/United shirts around Oldham came from there and we got a small cut of each one sold. £10 reduction on admission to BP (sorry Sports Direct Park.com) if anyone buys a replica club shirt other than the Latics. Edited July 3, 2014 by BP1960 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Definitely as that's where Oldhamers congregate, rather than at SD.c P. A very clever answer Diego, took a while for the penny to drop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigfatjoe1 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 purely out of interest, what happens if we have a great young player who is being courted by 2-3 big clubs and one of them happens to be Newcastle? Do they get preferential treatment? Is that legal? What if their offer is derisoy compared to the other clubs but our sponsor puts 'pressure' on us? Basically, are there any ehtical issues here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twisbrogan Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 purely out of interest, what happens if we have a great young player who is being courted by 2-3 big clubs and one of them happens to be Newcastle? Do they get preferential treatment? Is that legal? What if their offer is derisoy compared to the other clubs but our sponsor puts 'pressure' on us? Basically, are there any ehtical issues here? Can't see how any issue could arise given that the value of a young player being courted by 2-3 big clubs is probably more than the sponsorship deal. As ever in these situations the real power would be with the player & his agent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimsleftfoot Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 purely out of interest, what happens if we have a great young player who is being courted by 2-3 big clubs and one of them happens to be Newcastle? Do they get preferential treatment? Is that legal? What if their offer is derisoy compared to the other clubs but our sponsor puts 'pressure' on us? Basically, are there any ehtical issues here? A business decision is taken as to what is the greatest benefit to Oldham. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
losesome Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Has it been confirmed anywhere how much this deal is worth , 6 pages of positive reaction but ain't seen much detail about the deal itself !!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticsPete Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Has it been confirmed anywhere how much this deal is worth , 6 pages of positive reaction but ain't seen much detail about the deal itself !!!!! There won't be detail. Its a confidential business deal with neither party wanting to spell out the intricacies. I think there's been a nod and a wink to the media that its worth about £1million over five years. Whether thats equal payments, front loaded or whatever, I don't have great concerns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticsChris Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 purely out of interest, what happens if we have a great young player who is being courted by 2-3 big clubs and one of them happens to be Newcastle? Do they get preferential treatment? Is that legal? What if their offer is derisoy compared to the other clubs but our sponsor puts 'pressure' on us? Basically, are there any ehtical issues here? That sounds like a first option deal, where Newcastle would have first refusal on our players. All it would mean in practice is that when we accept an offer for one of our players we must accept an offer of the equivalent value from Newcastle. That's the most sway they could hold over us, and they might not even have something that formal arranged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShireBlue Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Happy days. Onwards and upwards, I say. The Chron also states that there's an agreement that Newcastle will bring their "strongest available squad" for the friendly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticsPete Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Just seen that Sports Direct shares have leaped by over 5.5% today! The impact of being linked with Latics naturally :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Just seen that Sports Direct shares have leaped by over 5.5% today! The impact of being linked with Latics naturally :-) That will be due to the approved bonus scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diego_Sideburns Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Apparently Sports Direct run similar club shops at Portsmouth and Rangers... Dagenham & Redbridge, Franchise, Gillingham, Torquay, Yeovil, Gateshead and Halifax all have a free online club store via Sondico Professional/Vandanel, in association with SportsDirect. It offers them the opportunity to generate funds from sales, without requiring financial or time investment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c.hill12 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Sports direct have also taken over and refurbished port vale's club shop this week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 If it's true that we're losing near to a million a year Excluding stand building costs, there is no truth in this and the accounts confirm it. Give or take a few quid Latics have been operated on a break even basis since Corney took sole control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c.hill12 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Haven't we actually made a small profit for the last couple of years, probably aided by player sales and cup runs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diego_Sideburns Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Sports direct have also taken over and refurbished port vale's club shop this week http://www.onevalefan.co.uk/site/improved-club-shop-opens/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz_Oafc Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Nice of the MEN to show support.. Doing an article on the worst stadium naming rights deals. First one to pop up... sportsdirect.com st james park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diego_Sideburns Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Broady was on Radio Manc a few minutes ago. He said the deal will provide help on an off the pitch to come, and the manager will be knocking on the Chairman’s door for some of the funds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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