After weeks of growing speculation and heated debate among fans, former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley has finally addressed the persistent rumours linking him with a potential takeover of Sheffield Wednesday. Speaking at a private business event yesterday, Ashley refused to give a direct answer about the reported negotiations — but his remarks have fueled even more discussion, suggesting that his interest depends entirely on the club’s ownership situation.
When pressed on whether he was in talks to buy the club, Ashley gave a carefully worded response, saying:
“We are interested in buying, but only if the club is open for sale — which, for now, we don’t feel most of the top clubs are.”
He continued, hinting at his long-term ambitions for football ownership:
“We are still looking to start a project that will be sustainable, but only when the club truly wants to sell.”
These comments have sent shockwaves across the Sheffield Wednesday fanbase, as supporters immediately interpreted Ashley’s words as confirmation that current owner Dejphon Chansiri is not yet willing to sell — despite months of mounting financial turmoil, staff departures, and unpaid wages.
Many fans took to social media to express their frustration, arguing that Chansiri’s continued grip on the club is preventing any meaningful progress. One angry supporter wrote:
“So even Mike Ashley, who’s ready to take over, can’t buy because Chansiri won’t let go? This is beyond ridiculous. We’re stuck in limbo.”
Another fan added:
“It’s clear now — no investor can come in while Chansiri keeps clinging on. The club is dying while he plays games.”
The Regulatory Body overseeing English football finances recently issued a stern ultimatum to Chansiri, demanding immediate payment of outstanding wages and tax bills while urging him to either secure new investment or sell the club before the new year.
Ashley’s statement — though brief — appears to confirm that talks have stalled, largely because the club remains unavailable for outright purchase.
For many, the frustration stems not from Ashley’s interest but from Chansiri’s refusal to relinquish control despite growing pressure from fans and football authorities alike.
As Sheffield Wednesday’s on-field struggles continue and off-field uncertainty deepens, supporters are left wondering whether change will ever come — and whether Ashley’s interest represents a real lifeline or yet another missed opportunity in a long saga of broken promises.
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