April 24 2003

Simon Jordan

Simon Jordan has told Ron Noades that he'd have to start offering more money if he wants to buy back Crystal Palace.

Jordan said: "I honestly don't know why Noades has started talking about buying back Palace. I put my money where my mouth is - £28m - but he wouldn't do that.

"If I thought it would be beneficial to sell the club and someone could do a better job I would, but people aren't exactly beating down the door.

"I've heard Noades is willing to pay around £4m, but that wouldn't even buy our training ground.

"He's not buying the club full stop. He said he was interested in running a club using someone else's money and was very critical of the way I've handled things."

Jordan added: "Unfortunately for Ron there are no vacancies at Crystal Palace, but if he wants to send in his CV, I will be happy to take a look at it.

"Ron and I will soon be in the High Court over a rent dispute, so I think it's fair to say we won't ever work together."