Bury have been dealt with a huge blow ahead of their 5pm deadline as the proposed takeover from C&N Sporting Risk is OFF.
As it stands, the Shakers will become the first team to drop out of the EFL since Maidstone’s liquidation in 1992.
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EFL statement reads: The EFL Board has been informed that C&N Sporting Risk will no longer be pursuing their interest in Bury FC.
The League announced at the weekend that it was working exclusively with the Club and C&N in an attempt to finalise a change of control at the Club. However, following a period of due diligence, C&N have opted not to progress matters.
The League continues to be in discussions with Bury FC in advance of today’s 5pm deadline and will provide a further update as appropriate.
C&N’s statement: “We are grateful to the EFL for the short extension they granted to us so that we could continue with due diligence, and for their acceptance of our proof of funds capable of mounting a credible takeover. This has been worked on around the clock by our team and advisors for the past 72 hours.
“As part of our due diligence, we set ourselves a list of key criteria regarding the CVA, the ground and the overall financial state of the club that had to be met in order for us to be satisfied that we have enough knowledge to proceed with the takeover. The complexities involved in each of these matters escalated and continue to do so.
“It is therefore with regret that we have decided not to proceed with the takeover of Bury FC. This decision has not been taken lightly.
“As a final note, we would like to also state our thanks to the EFL. Debbie Jevans has and is working round the clock to find a solution to the underlying issues that are faced at Bolton and Bury and has been extremely cooperative and supportive throughout the process. She put her staff at our disposal night and day to assist with any queries that we had. Despite previously stating we would have liked an extra 24 hours to conclude the deal, actually our position is not a condition of the strict timeline they have put in place, but reflective of the systemic failings of a football club over a number of years.
“With this in mind, we will be happy to work together with the EFL to share our findings to help them with their ongoing review of football governance, which is essential for the long term future of all members of the EFL and the broader football family.”
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Bury have wrote: “Bury Football Club would like to issue the following statement to supporters.
“We understand that this is a difficult and emotional time for all supporters given the recent news regarding a potential takeover.
“While the Club are working hard looking at other potential avenues with other interested parties, we would like to remind supporters that no one should gain access to inside the stadium (unless authorised).
“CCTV is installed at Gigg Lane, and anyone damaging Club property or trespassing into the stadium itself will be identified and appropriately dealt with by the Police, who will have access to current and previous CCTV footage.
“We would like to urge supporters to remain patient and respectful for Club property.”
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