BWST assures members it is moving forward with takeover bid...

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THE Bolton Wanderers Supporters Trust say they are making progress in their attempts to launch a community-led takeover of the club – but that they are being delayed by red tape.

After making representations to owner Eddie Davies the trust is waiting to hear if it will receive preferred bidder status, based on a number of high net worth individuals and businesses that have expressed an interest in funding them.

Setting up an established hierarchy has proved difficult, however, and their attempts have been slowed by paperwork, in particular that which will allow them to create a community bank account to enable the process of membership fees.

The topic of elections has also caused some concern, with the trust now launching a separate steering group to ensure they are set up as quickly as possible.

Concern has been raised from a section of supporters over exactly how the takeover will be funded, and which individuals will be involved.

But in a statement released today, the

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I want Roger Tamraz to take over the club not these clowns!