With disappointing recent performances on the pitch, a lack of communication from our current owners, and the recognition that there’s much to do rebuilding the squad and sorting operational issues at the […]
The Public Office (Accountability) Bill: A Legacy of Hillsborough and a Landmark for British Justice
The long awaited and frequently delayed legislation is a direct response to the systemic failures and institutional cover-up that followed the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, which resulted in the deaths of 97 […]
The Analysis Series: Multi-Club Ownership in Premier League Football: A Detailed Analysis of Structures, Control, and Strategic Implications
Multi-Club Ownership in Premier League Football: A Detailed Analysis of Structures, Control, and Strategic Implications (This article excludes Everton and Roma and the multi-club ownership by the Friedkins – that topic will […]
Everton have provided a huge regeneration advantage – let’s make sure other stakeholders build on it
In my most recent article I looked at the absence of focus on the development opportunities arising from from the building of Everton’s new stadium at Bramley-Moore. A one line mention in […]
Thoughts on cheating, by George Costigan
In his own inimitable way, a rare but poignant guest piece from Talking the Blues’ George Costigan I watched Tamworth v Tottenham and Untied v the Arse. Different, and so engaging for […]
Opinion on the day Everton’s future is secured & fresh hope created.
As is often the case, the arrival of news so eagerly anticipated and prayed for, campaigned for, for so long and with so many people having committed huge resources, particularly time and […]
The importance of communication & engagement in our current plight
A couple of weeks ago the Premier League launched its Fan Engagement Standard, an initiative designed to reinforce clubs’ relationships with their supporters, unanimously approved by all 20 top-flight clubs in November […]
Buying and valuing a football club, Everton FC
Imagine being offered a business that has the following characteristics: Is particularly sensitive to the timing of the transaction Has lost money six out of the last seven years Is cashflow […]
Everton, the de-coupling of USM
Usmanov’s relationship with Everton Much has been written about the informal nature of Usmanov’s relationship with Everton, the various meetings allegedly held on yachts and elsewhere with several managerial candidates, directors of […]
Good independent regulation benefit all clubs, including the Premier League
Inevitably and predictably Premier League clubs and their media chums are lining up to pour scorn over the proposals contained within Tracey Crouch’s Fan Led Review. Claims from Aston Villa’s Christian Purslow […]