Originally Posted by
fc_miller
It says £5 deposit, not £5 fee. So, if it's a deposit it should be taken from the total cost. e.g. if season ticket is £405, you pay £5 deposit to set up direct debit then it takes equal payments for the remaining £400. Lets see though, it says they are going to publish a list of Q&A.
Looks like the move to ticket master is a subtle step to stop people 'borrowing' season tickets.
"In a club-first move, supporters will be able to ‘carry’ their 2024/25 Season Tickets on their mobile phone or smart device and enter via the turnstiles using the same contactless method they would in the supermarket in a move that we believe will not only heighten convenience for fans, but also reduce queuing times at the turnstiles on matchdays.
Fear not though, the introduction of Ticketmaster will not spell the end for supporters wishing to have a physical Season Ticket Card.
As always, they will be available on request at the application stage of purchasing your 2024/25 Season Ticket."
Why will it reduce queuing times?
You currently hold a card to contactless and it lets you in (hopefully). Now you will have to open an app and turn on NFC on your phone, then hold up your phone, there will be plenty that will struggle or forget with those steps, hence need to keep a physical card.
This might make it easier to purchase individual tickets, but like mentioned lets see what booking fees are now added.