Gannon: I’d prefer a move from Edgeley Park

Jim Gannon would prefer a move away from Edgeley Park should the opportunity arise was one of the statements that provoked the most debate last night at the Blossoms.

Speaking on the subject of a new stadium, Gannon commented that even if Edgeley Park was given to us, it would require a lot of maintenance and that he would prefer a new stadium with revenue split between County & Sale Sharks.

On the subject of Sale Sharks, Jim said he thought it was extremely unlikely that Sale would move to Salford’s Rugby League stadium next year as Brian Kennedy is still negotiating a deal.

Moving onto the subject of the squad and training, Gannon is happy that he has improved the professionalism and quality of players that he has to work with.

He is also proud of the fact he has saved County in the region of £100,000 since being in charge in November.

Gannon turned the subject to the fans, and said that the he always had in mind the long term loyalty of the fans. He wanted to reward them in some way, something he constantly reminds the board off.

He went on to make it clear he wasn’t going to set ridiculous targets when trying to attract season ticket holders next season. Instead he wanted the fans to know they are watching a team get built and that they knew they could watch good Football.

Friday night is County night could return in the future with police bills being much less for fixtures on a Friday night. Less travelling support at night matches mean that the police would not be able to justify sending £3-£4,000 worth of police support for a game against a Newport. Gannon is looking at a Friday night game this season.

There were several other topics discussed on a busy night. County will be looking to move away from Manor Farm and the Centre of Excellence is likely to end with the new rules the FA have brought in.

All in all a good night was had, Jim was open and honest and the fans present went away knowing a lot more about their club.

In Jim we trust.