Molson Canadian Posted 4 March 2007 Posted 4 March 2007 From: http://msn.foxsports.com/soccer/story/6508220 An American investment group bought a stake in Millwall on Friday. Lead by John G. Berylson, Chestnut Hill Ventures invested 5 million pounds (US$9.7 million; €7.3 million) into the League One club. A further 1.5 million pounds (US$2.9 million; €2.2 million) could be raised from other parties and existing directors. Former chairman Peter de Savary will also invest 500,000 pounds (US$970,000; €740,000). Berylson will become non-executive chairman of Millwall Holdings and a club director. Demos Kouvaris, also involved in the deal, will join both boards. Chestnut Hill Ventures has interests in business, financial services, retail, property and sport.
MC Prussian Posted 5 March 2007 Posted 5 March 2007 That means they'll now push for a Premiership spot. Don't we all love Millwall, their Den and the peaceful fans?
Daggers Posted 5 March 2007 Posted 5 March 2007 This is seriously funny...dumb Americans buy (what they perceive to be) a cheap London club. Quick, someone try to sell them a bridge...
lookwhaticando Posted 5 March 2007 Posted 5 March 2007 As I understand it, they were on a tour of the London area for a club to invest in. Upon stumbling into Bermondsey, were confronted by a delightful bunch of skinhead yobs who told them, and I quote: "You'll invest in Millwall FC... if you know what's good for you!" And thus the tale is complete.
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