All, if I felt I had anywhere near the resources to make a difference and was able to perform a hands on role I would love to. I am in a position to do neither. Additionally I was put off any fantasies on this score a while ago by some of the commentary on here. I am still an advocate of the German model to be honest. It’s far from perfect and has its drawbacks but is far the best option IMO. That rules out significant private ownership anyway. In terms of corporate involvement I am in a 50% partnership, the other half of which firmly believes football club ownership is for the insane, and I’m inclined to agree. So in summary heart says yes, head says no, and I always listen exclusively to the top bit.
I have to say I agree with you, my comments very much tongue in cheek, I also think the German model is the way forward. I talk regularly to an old work colleague of mine who is involved with the Trust at Wrexham and since they took over the club the fans seem to be enjoying their football a lot more than when privately owned. I also see the problems when you have a supporters trust member on the board as my cousin is the Supporters trust member on the board at Grimsby and I am afraid your damned if you do and damned if you don't on that one, which is why if we are to have fan involvement I would rather see a fan owned club.