VERY SAD News as An outraged letter from Ultra Boys 90, a supporter organisation of RC Strasbourg, has been sent to BlueCo, the owners of Chelsea, demanding that they hold an emergency meeting.
The Ultra Boys 90, fervent supporters of RC Strasbourg, have penned a strongly-worded missive to the owners of Chelsea, BlueCo, urging an urgent summit. The genesis of their ire stems from BlueCo’s acquisition of Chelsea in May 2022, effectively displacing Roman Abramovich from the helm. However, BlueCo’s sphere of influence extends beyond the confines of West London, as they also secured a controlling stake in the French outfit Strasbourg last year.
The Strasbourg faithful have long harbored reservations about BlueCo’s stewardship, but their discontent has reached a crescendo in light of the club’s recent transfer dealings. Much akin to their modus operandi at Chelsea, BlueCo has opted to swap out seasoned campaigners for youthful prospects, placing a considerable amount of trust in their potential.
The exodus of stalwarts such as Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Matz Sels, and Habib Diallo has left a palpable void within the team, with BlueCo opting to replenish the ranks with the likes of Abakar Sylla, Emanuel Emegha, and Dilane Bakwa. Furthermore, the decision to loan Andrey Santos and Angelo Gabriel, two fledgling talents from Chelsea, to Strasbourg has raised eyebrows.
However, despite these investments, Strasbourg finds itself languishing in 12th place in the league, far from the lofty ambitions set forth by the new ownership. The Ultra Boys 90 have consequently issued a stern ultimatum, demanding a meeting with BlueCo’s representatives, reminiscent of the promises made by Marc Keller upon the club’s sale.
Months have elapsed since the acquisition, yet BlueCo’s shareholders have failed to grace Strasbourg with their presence, much to the chagrin of the supporters. The Ultra Boys 90’s patience has worn thin, prompting them to call for a rendezvous by the end of February, a call that has thus far fallen on deaf ears.
As March unfolds, the absence of BlueCo’s stakeholders looms large, prompting a sober reflection on the club’s trajectory under its new custodians. Racing, once a bastion of tradition and community spirit, now finds itself relegated to the status of a mere financial asset in the portfolio of an investment fund with a penchant for football ownership.
The Ultra Boys 90 remain resolute in their opposition to the commodification of football, vowing to continue their fight against the proliferation of multi-club ownership. They lament the loss of experienced campaigners and decry BlueCo’s fixation on youth, arguing that such a myopic approach jeopardizes the club’s competitiveness.
In closing, the Ultra Boys 90 extend their unwavering support to the team in their quest for survival, albeit under the shadow of uncertainty cast by BlueCo’s opaque strategy. They implore the players to wear the Strasbourg shirt with pride, even as the challenges of the season loom large on the horizon.
