Sir Alex Ferguson buys a share in Accrington Stanley
12:59pm Monday 13th February 2012 in Football
Sir Alex with his share certificate
SIR ALEX Ferguson has become Accrington Stanley’s 500th shareholder.
The Manchester United boss became a part of the League Two club’s history as part of a long-term plan to issue shares to fans.
Sir Alex was presented with his share certificate by Stanley director Peter Shaw and senior non executive Idris Khan, in a presentation at Manchester United’s training ground.
Stanley chief executive Rob Heys said: “Sir Alex’s gesture of support in becoming a shareholder is gratifying and we are truly touched by his support for an historic neighbour. Everyone at the club is looking forward to welcoming him to our next AGM, where he’ll receive one vote as an official shareholder”.
Sir Alex said: “Everyone has heard of Accrington Stanley and I am so pleased to see a small community club flourishing during these times. Long may they continue to be an active and healthy member of the Football League.”
Shares cost £100 each and can be purchased from the club shop or online at www.wearestanley.co.uk.
Other famous faces to buy a share in the club include celebrity fan and cricket legend David 'Bumble' Lloyd.
To see footage of Sir Alex receiving his share, visit www.youtube.com/stanleyshareoffer
Comments(25)
ratshowilikeit
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1:28pm Mon 13 Feb 12
accstan
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1:44pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Still his money is as good as anyone else's (only the one though Fergie, really) :)
gudari
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2:04pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Snuffy bloke
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3:21pm Mon 13 Feb 12
The most successful football manager ever has made a gesture to help promote a local teams attempt to raise money which will be go global because of the stature of SAF and what do these people do ? criticise and bad mouth the man, you need to see the bigger picture you sad individuals, embrace the publicity and get a bloody life!
Pan-cake
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3:42pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Snuffy bloke wrote:Spot on, Snuffy bloke.
There are some really nasty or even jealous people out there.
The most successful football manager ever has made a gesture to help promote a local teams attempt to raise money which will be go global because of the stature of SAF and what do these people do ? criticise and bad mouth the man, you need to see the bigger picture you sad individuals, embrace the publicity and get a bloody life!
gudari
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3:50pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Snuffy bloke wrote:Another bleeding mank on here!!! Do you know reddyo?? You'd get on well!!
There are some really nasty or even jealous people out there.
The most successful football manager ever has made a gesture to help promote a local teams attempt to raise money which will be go global because of the stature of SAF and what do these people do ? criticise and bad mouth the man, you need to see the bigger picture you sad individuals, embrace the publicity and get a bloody life!
gudari
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3:51pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Snuffy bloke wrote:Another bleeding mank on here!!! Do you know reddyo?? You'd get on well!!
There are some really nasty or even jealous people out there.
The most successful football manager ever has made a gesture to help promote a local teams attempt to raise money which will be go global because of the stature of SAF and what do these people do ? criticise and bad mouth the man, you need to see the bigger picture you sad individuals, embrace the publicity and get a bloody life!
gudari
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3:51pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Snuffy bloke wrote:Another bleeding mank on here!!! Do you know reddyo?? You'd get on well!!
There are some really nasty or even jealous people out there.
The most successful football manager ever has made a gesture to help promote a local teams attempt to raise money which will be go global because of the stature of SAF and what do these people do ? criticise and bad mouth the man, you need to see the bigger picture you sad individuals, embrace the publicity and get a bloody life!
Snuffy bloke
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4:28pm Mon 13 Feb 12
up_norf
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4:28pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Sir Alex's gesture is typical of the man, he may be a true footballing legend but he comes from poor beginnings and he has never forgot that.
Everyone love Accy Stanley and i will be seeking a share also.
You small minded Rovers fans could do worse than support your lowly neighbours, who knows in a few years ...
floydbrfc
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6:47pm Mon 13 Feb 12
gudari wrote:No its not the last thing they need ,redscum lowlife ,end up like woevers ? please enlighten me i dont really see any connection
That's the last thing Stanley need!! Losing their manager and now having a redscum lowlife buying shares there!! They'll end up like the woevers!!
Accy Phil
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6:47pm Mon 13 Feb 12
ossyrover1
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7:00pm Mon 13 Feb 12
up_norf wrote:i think you will find it was dingle fans that were being offensive,
Have NO time for small minded and jealous anti-manure snipers.
Sir Alex's gesture is typical of the man, he may be a true footballing legend but he comes from poor beginnings and he has never forgot that.
Everyone love Accy Stanley and i will be seeking a share also.
You small minded Rovers fans could do worse than support your lowly neighbours, who knows in a few years ...
K H 77
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7:21pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Scamp Kingsley
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9:37pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Accy Phil wrote:Short memory accy phil (or is that goldfish phil?) let's try THE CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYOFF WINNERS TROPHY 2009 for starters.
Perhaps Eddie Howe could buy one then at least you could put something in the trophyless cabinet.
ratshowilikeit
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10:46pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Scamp Kingsley wrote:Ha ha what a joke!! Play off trophy!! Come on!!!!!
Accy Phil wrote:Short memory accy phil (or is that goldfish phil?) let's try THE CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYOFF WINNERS TROPHY 2009 for starters.
Perhaps Eddie Howe could buy one then at least you could put something in the trophyless cabinet.
Oswaldtwistle101
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5:58am Tue 14 Feb 12
craftandgraft
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7:14am Tue 14 Feb 12
jerome ¨hands off my son¨ anderton.
kantooru.( othersideofaccy )
statement taken from the lancashire morning star.
ultrainternationalbl
ackburnroversolympic
rescue.
so fu ltd.
gudari
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1:32pm Tue 14 Feb 12
Pan-cake wrote:And you're a t*sser as well snbeam!!
Snuffy bloke wrote:Spot on, Snuffy bloke.
There are some really nasty or even jealous people out there.
The most successful football manager ever has made a gesture to help promote a local teams attempt to raise money which will be go global because of the stature of SAF and what do these people do ? criticise and bad mouth the man, you need to see the bigger picture you sad individuals, embrace the publicity and get a bloody life!
gudari
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1:33pm Tue 14 Feb 12
Snuffy bloke wrote:I've always liked Everton fans!!
Heard you first time gudari, true blue here if you must know !
gudari
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1:35pm Tue 14 Feb 12
floydbrfc wrote:You, like all grintwums, are unencumbered by enlightenment.
gudari wrote:No its not the last thing they need ,redscum lowlife ,end up like woevers ? please enlighten me i dont really see any connection
That's the last thing Stanley need!! Losing their manager and now having a redscum lowlife buying shares there!! They'll end up like the woevers!!
BigOrra
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2:19pm Tue 14 Feb 12
gudari
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4:16pm Tue 14 Feb 12
BigOrra wrote:Just what I was trying to say but these grintwums have absolutely no sense...............
Have to say I'm no great fan of Fergie but well done for supporting a grass roots club like Stanley
of humour!!
makaveli96
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4:27pm Wed 15 Feb 12
ratshowilikeit wrote:If United play Stanley away in the cup he could have a conflict of interest!
He will have a conflict of interest when we play utd in a few years!!!!:-) has gerrard bought any??:-)
He has the power to Influence United to play for a draw so Stanley make more income from a replay at old trafford. This in term would increase the value of his share!
Interesting.......
Pan-cake says...
1:08pm Mon 13 Feb 12
Shares in the Rovers anyone??