The group that is rumoured to control Sheffield United, headed by Tom Page, had previously expressed interest in buying Championship teams Preston North End and West Bromwich Albion.
In their ongoing effort to own an EFL team, the Blades bidders attempted to acquire both the Baggies and the Lilywhites, as Alan Nixon recently disclosed on Patreon.
But while the Blades are facing uncertainty surrounding their takeover, as Nixon reported, potential buyer Page is reportedly looking to bring in an Albanian investor to facilitate a cash injection, the Baggies are happy under Shilen Patel’s ownership and are off to a strong start in the new season.
Pundit makes West Brom, Patel admission
Carlton Palmer made the following statement exclusively to Football League World: “It’s becoming known that the American buyers for Sheffield United have attempted to purchase multiple other teams in the past.
It seems that they attempted to acquire Preston North End and also entertained the idea of purchasing West Bromwich Albion.
“Showfield United is currently in limbo despite reports that an agreement to purchase the team from Prince Abdullah, the present owner, has been reached by the American consortium.
“You can see that West Bromwich Albion is at the top of the league, so I’m sure they’re happy that they got Shilen Patel, but the situation just rumbles on.”
“Despite several clubs wanting to sign their manager, Carlos Corberan, for the summer, they have managed to hold onto him.
“Corberan is clearly pleased with the team and its direction going forward.
“Shilen Patel has made investments in the facilities, the training field, and the football team’s future, so West Bromwich Albion will be pleased with their acquisition of Patel right now.
It appears that the American bidders are currently attempting to entice an Albanian investor to contribute funds to the Bramall Lane club, thus the rumours are still spreading.
“West Brom are in a better position than Sheffield United at this current moment in time.”
