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A-League would welcome plans for fans to own Jets – The World Game
The newly-formed Australian Professional Leagues would welcome any plan to save the Newcastle Jets, even if it involves a model based on fan ownership.
The Jets’ A-League and W-League licence has been stripped due to unpaid debts by absentee owner Martin Lee and given to a consortium of three club owners on a temporary basis until a new owner is found.
APL chairman Paul Lederer said the Newcastle area is a vital cog in Australia’s football industry and every effort is being made to make sure the club stays afloat.
Newcastle’s ownership problems go a long way and the latest development has given impetus to the growing notion of the former champions…
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