Mark Douglas has responded to criticism of the Chronicle’s silence yesterday on the statements issued by BZG through Capital Radio’s Peter Redding.
Yesterday, it was Keith Downie who had responded about Sky Sports’ lack of coverage.
Here is a series of tweets from Mark Douglas:
Well firstly, attempts to verify it have proved frustrating. Two channels I have for BZG are yet to reply to confirm it's veracity. Not to criticise the person Tweeting it but we couldn't/wouldn't reproduce something like that as fact without double sourcing it.
— Mark Douglas (@MsiDouglas) July 9, 2019
If they – as Peter says – want the sentiments to be circulated widely and quickly, they need to verify it with other journalists – or release it in a different way. That's just responsible journalism on our part I feel (we always double source – if not more).
— Mark Douglas (@MsiDouglas) July 9, 2019
On the actual contents (I do think it's likely kosher), it says very little new & doesn't clarify what needs to be clarified. It's confusing.
My info remains owners/director's test hasn't started. That contradicts their statement & they haven't replied to requests on that.
— Mark Douglas (@MsiDouglas) July 9, 2019
It feels like a waste of energy to keep ruminating too much on this bid when we need action now, not words. Yday (and so much of this BZG bid) has been a distraction from the very big issue of a club a month away from the season with no manager, no signings, fans flooding away &
— Mark Douglas (@MsiDouglas) July 9, 2019
really big questions about how it's being run.
In 11 years, this is the worst I've ever known it. I'm kind of not bothered about BZG until we get a breakthrough because we've been in this 'will it/won't it' holding pattern for months.
— Mark Douglas (@MsiDouglas) July 9, 2019
This is excellent from Mark Douglas and a response from the Chronicle was necessary at this point. Mark is pointing out that he has contacted BZG but has yet to hear back from them.
He was also very respectful to Peter Redding, who released the statement on Twitter. Mark emphasizes that he has his doubts as the information is not really new and the avenue chosen was very unorthodox.
The Chronicle is still maintaining that the owner’s and director’s test has yet to occur which contradicts the statement released yesterday.
Mark Douglas is absolutely correct though that the state of this club at the moment is of paramount importance. Newcastle, with just a month left before the transfer window slams shut, have made no signings and have no manager.
They are the only club in the Premier League in this predicament and the people who run this club must be held to account.
Mark also did respond in regards to the silence from Newcastle with the following tweet.
Both asked to go on the record but decline invitations. That's for them to justify I suppose. We've reported what we've learned from sources and got dog's abuse.
— Mark Douglas (@MsiDouglas) July 9, 2019
Newcastle United, it’s fans, and those who cover the club are in a state of disunity right now.
This duality at Newcastle is furthered by a club that continues to run in complete silence.
Fans are at odds with each other about boycotts and renewing season tickets.
Fans and journalists are divided on the state and legitimacy of the takeover.
This is a state that has been inflicted by Mike Ashley’s refusal to treat the fans with any amount of respect.
A simple statement would resolve some of the growing discontent and confusion surrounding this club.
Meanwhile, this club is in serious threat of relegation as they continue to fall further and further behind. If they don’t act soon this fall could be fatal.
289 comments so far
Jib
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:01 AM
Comment #41https://twitter.com/DarrenNUFCarter
Jib
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:01 AM
Comment #42https://twitter.com/scairns9832
Jib
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:03 AM
Comment #43https://twitter.com/TomHadwin2/status/1147942378558382080
dekka
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:06 AM
Comment #44Who really cares anymore?
#boycott Arsenal
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:07 AM
Comment #45If they knew that Rafa was leaving in May the only conceivable reason that they never told us was to discredit him and have fans cursing HIM for not letting us know. The only reason I can think Rafa never told us himself was that he was still under contract and you wouldn’t put it past Ashley to sack him leaving a stain on his CV.
Swlabr
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:13 AM
Comment #46Droppy @ 20, my old dad used to say “Me backside’s making soldier’s buttons”
toon22
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:14 AM
Comment #47What shop do you think we will buy with next seasons transfer budget?
fog on the tyne
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:14 AM
Comment #48Cheers rob
i was looking for him on twitter, couldnt find him, think he blocked me other day cos i was one of them giving dogs abuse. My bad.
Working with a lad who is good mates with them, lives in Tynemouth.
How do you copy link from twitter to on here with a iphone??? I’m useless with this thing since bairns got me it for xmas…..
Wayayman
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:15 AM
Comment #49Robleenio, re the Spencer lad on Twitter. That’s not Dummet’s agent – that’s clearly a kid. This is who people are confusing him with.
https://twitter.com/spencerdowney
toon22
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:15 AM
Comment #50JIB
Undisclosed Payments
Wayayman
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:16 AM
Comment #51That Spencer is NOT the agent – this one is, and he’s said nothing about the takeover.
https://twitter.com/spencerdowney
Wayayman
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:17 AM
Comment #52Hate to burst anyones bubble but the Darren Carter lad is also a fantasist. See his ‘conversations with Midhat’ tweet for confirmation of that.
fog on the tyne
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:19 AM
Comment #53Wayayeman yeah thats him
Jib
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:22 AM
Comment #54Dummett is with Unique Sports Management
fog on the tyne
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:25 AM
Comment #55Was on talking to lad i’m working with about it this morning, i mentioned that spencer kid talking about it on twitter and how much shite he was spouting. Lad dropped in he had just been to vegas last week with him. I’ve getting my self mixed up there i think. I tried asking him if he has heard any thing, even though i think he has, he squashed me flat.
Showed him my whatapp i got last night and his response was a simple not and that he would msg him. I’ll post here if he says anything else.
He changed subject sharpish
Mindshaft
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:25 AM
Comment #56Bob Mortimer is the voice of Churchill the Dog … who knew… Oh Yes
fog on the tyne
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:26 AM
Comment #57I’m being genuine here for any doubters.
Otherwise i wouldnt have posted the whatsapp as requested by tom this morning btw
jazzyp
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:27 AM
Comment #58See what I mean Re what people fall for because of how much they wanna believe.
That Midhat guy was proven to be a Dwarf selling rugs up the east end..Yet still taking his word as gospel
Mindshaft
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:28 AM
Comment #59BREAKING: According to Sky sources the deal from BZG to buy Newcastle United is off.. More to follow #nufc #NUFCtakeover
Mindshaft
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:28 AM
Comment #60Surprise surprise – was never on – fakeover – AshleyOut
Jib
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM
Comment #61https://twitter.com/PeteGravesSky/status/1148524438301884418
hibbit the armchair fan
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM
Comment #62so which mug is going to take AshLIE’s job offer ????
before becoming the most hated coach/manager in premier league history ?????
Mindshaft
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM
Comment #63https://twitter.com/Sky5portz/status/1148523182732824576
stan anderson
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM
Comment #64The lack of info from the slug and his Arse wipes shows the total lack of respect he has for the fans.
Shambolic is not a strong enough word,to describe the mess the club is in at the moment.
I do hope there is a big enough boycott takes place to show the world how the fans feel.
ASHLIE OOT.
welshy14
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:30 AM
Comment #65hwere you seen that minshaft
jazzyp
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:31 AM
Comment #66Batten down the hatches.Tin hats ready
Mindshaft
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:31 AM
Comment #67I posted link – it’s skysports twitter account
Captain AmeriMag
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:31 AM
Comment #68It’s a spook sky sports twitter calm doon lads!!
Captain AmeriMag
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:32 AM
Comment #69*Spoof! Not spook
Mindshaft
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:32 AM
Comment #70fan , shat, hits
welshy14
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:32 AM
Comment #71sky 5portZ hahahahaha
optimistic prime
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:32 AM
Comment #72INCOMING
TAKE COVER
kev1664
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:33 AM
Comment #73Sorry Fog,
Who have you been talking to?
toon22
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:33 AM
Comment #74So this years fakeover was used to cover us buying game to ?
fog on the tyne
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:33 AM
Comment #75Mindshaft
Its fake check handle its @sky5portz
hibbit the armchair fan
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:35 AM
Comment #76FAKE account lads FAKE account
toon22
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:35 AM
Comment #77Never in the world
Who would have guessed?
Stay positive guys
fog on the tyne
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:35 AM
Comment #78Kev
Just a lad i’m working with, i’m on a ship off Africa. He knocks about with that spencer downey, he reckons he’s dummets agent
Jib
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:36 AM
Comment #79mindshaft
to be added to the growing list of mackem wums
jazzyp
Jul 9, 2019 at 10:38 AM
Comment #80Is it safe to come back up??Fakeover still on yeah