Bury FC handed an extension

Bury FC handed an extension

EFL have given a deadline for deal to be completed

League One side Bury have been given extra time by the Football League to see if they can complete the sale of the club and secure the finances to complete the season.

The third-tier club had faced a deadline of midnight on Friday to satisfy the league of their financial situation but they asked for more time after receiving a late takeover bid.

Owner Steve Dale, said he had accepted a bid from London company C&N Sporting Risk, who confirmed they were in talks to buy the 134-year-old club.

 

The EFL board met on Saturday and decided to give the parties until 5pm on Tuesday to complete the deal and satisfy them of the club's viability.

Published: by Radio NewsHub
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