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What do we know about him then? Ex Hull chairman. I understand he is involved with the new lot.

Where did you hear this?

If true, expect Phil Brown in the Town End tomorrow...

Why would he remain anonymous at the moment?

Founded a couple of media companies.  Looks on paper to have more dosh than the others.

Sauce?

http://daringtodream.golbox.com/2012/07/11/football-finance-the-paul-duffen-way/

Just what I have been told, and I have no reason not to believe my source.

If he can build us a new studium and get us to the Premier League, then I'm not complaining!

Sounds like somebody putting 2+2 together after todays news story.

http://www.express.co.uk/comment/columnists/matthew-dunn-/379371/Paul-Duffen-eyes-a-return-after-legal-upheaval

Think it was Adam Pearson who was in charge when they got the new ground

He was approached a few weeks ago, expect some movement soon.

Salt...... a pinch of!

What kind of movement?

a, Is the club being taken somewhere else like Franchise?
b, Are we moving to a new state of the art stadium near the M4
c, Did you have a curry last night?

 I seem to remember a 5Live thing on Hull a while back, and Duffen was mentioned in a dodgy light, so could be a runner.

A quick search of the net will show that this has actually been picked up already.

Wait and see - the wheels are in motion.

These *allegations* dodgy enough for you Reg?!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1250206/Hull-Paul-Duffen-settle-legal-dispute-court-claims-ex-chairman-took-bungs.html

Yep...couldn't remember the detail. He should fit right in here then.

Positive or negative?

His arrival is imminent. I believe he will be at the match tomorrow.

This isn't Twitter Chris.

Go on... In one post tell us everything you know. It'll be fun!

Well give us a link then because I can't find a thing

Nor me.

This completely unsubstantiated sentence in a Daily Mail article?


http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/othersports/article-2282527/Charles-Sale-The-agent-holds-cash--years-transfer-involved.html

So then Chris, your source's source is the Daily Mail?

Believe or understand? I'm more reassured by statements of understanding rather than belief these days.

Absolutely not. Just wait and see.

...or just fucking tell us

This

Duffen probably couldn't get through the fit and proper test....but probably can be employed as CEO or something.

A while back some of the :clap: thought the fact that Black was retaining an interest meant, he'd keep a handle on dodgy stuff, but now it seems he's sold all his shares.

Black is history - it's King who worries me the most.

Unfortunately when people say they "know things" and refuse point blank to reveal it to anyone then this has to be treated as bullshit I am afraid.

This is nothing personal at all this is just how it is.

Why?

We know Black is history...the key here has to be Watkins, if he goes fairly rapidly, then I think things will be looking grim. If he stays any length of time it would reassure the fan base.

To be honest, it's not a ridiculous thing to suggest. It just might be true.

But if it's online, just provide the link. Until then we're all going by a Daily Mail sentence.

Just give us the fucking link or STFU

I read the adver article as he's being retained but sadly i think it's a show the ropes job.
Hope I'm wrong

Edit: here's the quote from the adver
"Watkins, who for now will be retained by the incoming owners, believes the group will exhibit genuine passion for the game which can only help the club"

Why should he...it's important that we remain vigilant here, as this place can be a platform for opposition to the Board, Chris has thrown a name into the ring, which is at least backed with something...a name that is associated with malpractice at a football club.

well this is a truly enlightening thread full of substantiated facts.

Keeping NW would be an excellent move from the new board... However I can't see it happening.

I don't know anything about Duffen but it is feasible that people who aren't allowed to be a direcor at at a football club can join in another role...

If it's on the internet that he's been 'picked up' already then why does he not just give us the fucking link?

Or was the daily Mail article it? An unsubstantiated article saying nothing more than he's been approached. Is that what you were referring to on the net chris?

I don't understand why people feel the need to share half a story, it's extremely irritating.  Either give us all the facts or don't bother saying anything.

it's usually because they're on the wind up and looking for a reaction.

i bet the OP is pissing himself with laughter at this.

He could even be right but the way this thread has panned out makes me think it's BS.

Or, from the Adver today...

McCrory and a handful of potential investors watched the 1-1 draw with Hartlepool on February 9 and secured proof of funds and passed all the relevant fit and proper persons tests last week.

He may or may not be a potential investor. 2+2=5

I believe he is telling the truth and that this could be what is happening. But Joteddyred is right, open up or shut up. Don't dangle the carrot and then sit there saying nothing.

Both correct.

Sam Morshead ‏@SamMorshead_SA
@matthewkilford yep I was aware that contact had taken place between the respective parties. Nothing in it at time now there may be

I think that's in response to the DM article. Can't be 100% sure though.

Watkins is not going to be around for long.

You think its a shot term hand over role from Watkins then?

 He'll stay until the end of the season

I've never understood that type of behaviour. The things people find entertaining!

The age old trait of the tef,rounding on individuals who provide info yet as they don't give or have every minute detail or source get pelters.

I think in these situations, you have to make some sort of judgement, to the history of the poster and the nature of the information posted....seems to me that this one could have wings.  Of more interest would be people's reaction if it does come to pass.

I've got zero issues with people providing a little bit of info. I don't mind it when people choose to keep their sources to themselves either.

However, it's a little bit silly when said people suggest that a web search would explain all (when it doesn't). There's really no need to be so cryptic and provide a link, is there?

I wouldn't be at all surprised if this was true.

A twitter from Morshead that suggests it is true.

It does. That tweet was after this thread started though (I think)

Yeah, by about an hour.

I think Chris (or his sauce) has read the Daily Mail and chosen to pass it off as inside info. I could be wrong of course, but it's hardly a snoop once it's already been published. Sort off.

Hmm. Morshead also proclaimed to know about the daily mail (non) story before it was published last night, didn't he? Y'know, the one that was going to tie 'legal knots' or whatever...

 :-[

So, was Duffen at the game then? Has he been included in our little family as yet?

I see this has resurfaced today in one of the nationals. If he has money behind him then can only be a good thing?

Link?

It's in The Times, and it appears you have to pay to use their website.

Only to read the articles. You can search all you want.

Nothing for 'Duffen' since 2010.

Looks like he's back on the Hull board from what has been said 'oop north

Did you actually see this in the paper yourself or did your 'sauce' tell you?