The Sky Blue Trust is delighted that the takeover deal has finally been completed today (December 14th) and we call on Ray Ranson to keep the lines of communication with the Trust open.

With administration but hours away it is a relief to allsupporters of Coventry City Football Club has been secured, and the Trust will be seeking a commitment from new owners regarding the continuation of the Supporters Consultation Group, the issuing of shares for purchase by supporters and the Trust and further, the aim of aim of supporter representation on the board of the club.

Coventry City supporters have been through the darkest times in recent memory and now the Trust would urge all those supporters who have been staying away from the Ricoh to make a welcomed return to support the team on the field.

 Blame or retribution is not what is needed at this stage, but a calm and rational assessment of how and why we reached the point of near financial meltdown to ensure we never again even come close to it. Let us all be clear tha it is a fundemental need of the football club to be more open and transparent with its affairs.

 We urge all supporters to join the Trust as a sign that all followers of the Coventry City Football Club want to play an active role in the long-term future of our football club.