Are we the next Salford/Forest Green/Fleetwood?

[TopCornerFergie]

Originally Posted by rob_1072

I think the criticism of those clubs come from the fact that a few years ago they had no fan base, no setup and it appears to be a vanity project for the owners. Lincoln got investors and I don’t recall anyone moaning about that at the time? Because they were already an established club with history.

My thinking is along these lines.

The worst things about the clubs mentioned was how farcical it was that they had a squad value of double ours, and yet were getting the kind of crowds that we'd get for an open training session.

By their very nature, their fortunes were unsustainable.

You've even had owners at Dover and Eastleigh berating the community for not coming out in as big numbers as hoped.

Unlike the teams mentioned, I'd like to think that with well placed investment, we could become self-sustainable within a few years.

We've already got ourselves out of the debts left to us by the previous regimes. With this extra boost, and the installation of a professional club set-up, we can go from strength to strength.

[DenbighRed]

No we're not. All three clubs listed are basically manufactured and have no history worth speaking about before the money came.

We have a big fan base to tap in to, so in many ways we're a more attractive investment proposition.

[moynkeepthefaith]

Originally Posted by Cartman

There's some small clubs in league one. Our attendances would be top half easily.

I completely agree - when we were in what is now the championship we had incredible crowds.

[dlrwrexham]

Originally Posted by rob_1072

I think the criticism of those clubs come from the fact that a few years ago they had no fan base, no setup and it appears to be a vanity project for the owners. Lincoln got investors and I don’t recall anyone moaning about that at the time? Because they were already an established club with history.

Bang on the money.

[Midwest Express]

If this were a perfect world, Ormerod buries the shot at Wembley and we're already back in the EFL. But it's not and he didn't.

If this is the way back and more importantly- ensures the club's survival, then I am all in favor of it.

[Percy Sugden]

Originally Posted by DenbighRed

No we're not. All three clubs listed are basically manufactured and have no history worth speaking about before the money came.

We have a big fan base to tap in to, so in many ways we're a more attractive investment proposition.

I disagree. Surely any investment above what you generate yourself is manufacturing a better standing in the football world.

If nobody invested into football clubs, there would be reduced competition. Using an example, why should Fleetwood not be allowed a team in the football league?

[burtos]

Originally Posted by Midwest Express

If this were a perfect world, Ormerod buries the shot at Wembley and we're already back in the EFL. But it's not and he didn't.

If this is the way back and more importantly- ensures the club's survival, then I am all in favour of it.

i was side on to that attempt at Wembley, if he fluffed it, it would of gone in, but he caught it perfectly and that's why he missed the goal.

Still see it now the cross coming in, and all the what ifs.

[petered]

Originally Posted by Percy Sugden

That’s how I feel.

There was massive negativity towards others whose success was driven by money in the past. I just wonder whether those opinions will change should it happen to us....

Ive certainly been one of those thinkers as I'm a dinasaur and look back with rose tinted glassesI guess. Trouble is,in the real present world,its investment that pushes clubs to success. Just look at any league. Where were City,Chelsea eg 20 years ago?
Salford Forest Green very recently. Harsh reality that football has changed. Not for the better,far from it,but thats the way it is I guess.

[redman2014]

Originally Posted by moynkeepthefaith

I completely agree - when we were in what is now the championship we had incredible crowds.

I agree. Massive catchment area that potentially could stretch along North Wales Coast.

The sleeping giant?