Source: SKY_Sports
Al-Fahim takeover 'on track'
Sulaiman Al-Fahim has told Sky Sports News that his Portsmouth takeover remains on track.
There have been fears that the takeover may be in danger of collapsing after Al-Fahim failed to complete the deal before current owner Alexandre Gaydamak's deadline, with some suggesting the club may have to be put into administration.
However, Al-Fahim attended the opening day defeat to Fulham at Fratton Park at the weekend and his spokesman, Ivo Ilic Gabara, insists there is no cause for concern.
"The deal is on track and has never been in doubt," he told Sky Sports News' chief news reporter, Bryan Swanson.
"All parties are doing their best to reach a positive conclusion and help bring success to the club in the Premier League.
"We cannot yet give a date on when the deal will be concluded, but Sulaiman Al-Fahim is looking forward to attending Portsmouth's next two away games before their home game against Manchester City at the end of the month."
Meanwhile, Pompey midfielder Aaron Mokoena insists the players are not allowing themselves to be distracted by the uncertainty off the field.
"It is going to be difficult this season, but we are ready," he told The News.
"There has been a lot of speculation off the field, but as players we try not to let what is happening affect us at all.
"It is difficult to deal with, but I have no regrets coming here.
"We know we have to do the business on the field. That is our job.
"Obviously the club want the opportunity to get this matter off the field sorted as quickly as possible.
"We never even talk about it. The manager never even touches on it, which is really good.
"We know what we are here for and keeping it quiet among the players helps as well."
