You will recall that, when reports first emerged of a bid to acquire Cardiff City, we contacted the club to seek clarification.

We received a response that no formal bid had been made but a notice of intention to make such an offer had been received.

Since then speculation regarding a bid has significantly ramped up not just on social media but also in the national press. Reports that a quantified bid has been made, together with interviews with Gareth Bale who is reported to be involved with a consortium, is causing consternation amongst the fanbase who, in our view, should be kept in the picture.

We have since contacted directly the 3 Europe based Directors of the club seeking further clarification of the situation and asking for an official public statement to be made.

We received a reply that the Club are not prepared to make a public statement in response to what they say are "rumours".

To say that this is a very unsatisfactory situation is an understatement. The Club need to confirm the position so that supporters get the clarity they deserve. We will continue to press the club to make a formal statement.