Some fans also made the suggestion directly to the new owners.

But there is a chance Phillips could make a convincing pitch to the owners.

The change has turned out to be one of the most significant concessions the players ever have made to the owners.

"We wouldn't be here if we hadn't made our case to the owners."

Levy will get his chance on Monday, when the finalists make presentations to the owners and answer questions.

The players were not about to set a negotiating deadline until they made proposals to the owners.

Under a personal guarantee he made to the former owners, Thomas still owes them part of their purchase price.

Each candidate will make a presentation to the owners next Monday.

After the committee makes its presentation to the owners, voting begins.

Postal notice of confirmation was made to the owners on 1st April.