2009

AST statement on Arsene Wenger

Posted Wednesday 20th May 2009

Arsene Wenger is one of the greatest managers Arsenal has ever had. In the last few years he has performed arguably his best work by continuing to deliver Champions League football within the financial constraints created by the move to the Emirates stadium. Arsene must stay but if there is a… Read More

AST statement on takeover panel inquiry into Arsenal

Posted Sunday 3rd May 2009

The AST today issued the following statement in response to news stories that the takeover panel has begun an investigation into Arsenal:

"The AST regrets that a shareholder has chosen to involve the takeover panel. Their complaint is about protecting shareholder value. We represent Arsenal… Read More

AST statement on Stan Kroenke purchasing more shares

Posted Friday 1st May 2009

The AST were the first shareholders at Arsenal to welcome Kroenkes initial investment. We have since established a good dialogue with him and this will continue. Our position is that stability and plurality in ownership is to the benefit of Arsenal.  New Chief Executive Ivan Gazidis has made a… Read More

AST statement on sale of shares by Danny Fiszman to Stan Kroenke

Posted Monday 30th March 2009

The Arsenal Supporters Trust today commented on the announcement that Danny Fiszman has sold 5,000 shares to Stan Kroenke at a price of 8,500 per share.

"The AST has met with Stan Kroenke and visited his operations in Colorado. We were supportive of him joining the Board and welcome the sporting and… Read More

AST statement on Red and White reaching 25%

Posted Monday 16th February 2009

Following the announcement that Red and White now hold 25% of the equity in Arsenal holdings plc, the AST issued the following statement:

 "This announcement (of 25%) is merely a confirmation of their stated policy. We welcome Red and White reiterating that they will not make a hostile bid… Read More