Morecambe FC have confirmed they have a deal in place for a takeover that would “secure the future of the club” after weeks of chaos and financial crisis.
Sports investment firm Panjab Warriors have agreed a deal with The Shrimp’s current owners, Bond Group Investments Ltd.
The two parties had previously come to an agreement over a deal in June, which had been approved by the EFL, but following the club’s relegation from League Two and the hectic summer that ensued, the club were suspended from the National League.
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The club, who have a 105-year history, confirmed the deal through an official statement on their website.
The club, who were established 105 years ago, were on the brink of dissolving
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The statement read: “Panjab Warriors and Bond Group Investments Ltd are pleased to announce that an agreement has been reached in principle for the transfer of majority shareholding in Morecambe Football Club Ltd.
“Following constructive discussions and a shared commitment to securing the future of the club, both parties have agreed to a structured settlement that ensures a smooth and fair transition.
“This agreement reflects the willingness of both sides to compromise in the best interests of Morecambe FC, its supporters, and the wider community. It paves the way for continued stability and a positive future both on and off the pitch.
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The Shrimps were relegated from League Two last year
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“Final legal documentation will now be prepared, with immediate steps being taken to inform key stakeholders, including the National League and the club’s management team.
“Both Panjab Warriors and Bond Group would like to thank all parties involved for their patience and support during this process, and we look forward to a new chapter in the club’s history.”
The Bond Group added: “We would like to thank all of the staff at the Club for their forbearance and can only apologise for the stress this has caused.
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“In particular I would like to thank Rob, Derek, Oliver and Martin for their continued professional conduct and support throughout this process and also their support for the staff and the Community.
“I would hope that the Shrimps Fans can now give their full support to the Club and its journey ahead.”
The Shrimps closed operations last month after the EFL’s suspension, with the future of club in serious doubt.
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Players were even forced to leave the training pitches as the club no longer had insurance to cover for them if they were to be injured.
Five-time world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, who resides in Morecambe, had been questioned on buying his local team given the 36-year-old’s enormous wealth.
The Gypsy King sponsored the club during the 2022/23 season, but any possibility of him taking over his local club was shut down, with The Telegraph reporting he had “no interest” in purchasing the club where he had lived for more than a decade.
Despite this, Panjab Warriors seem to have struck a deal with the current owners to save the historic club, and reinstate them into the National League.
When the takeover will be finalised is unknown, however at the very least this is some positive news for a community that has been bereft of for far too long.