There have been a host of claims and milestones since that point and plenty of parties have claimed an interest, although the club have not yet changed hands as we approach December 27 and the one year anniversary of the fan-led call for change.
So what’s happened since the #DonaldOut campaign and where do we stand now? We take a look:
13. Friday November 13, 2020
The Guardian report that a group led by Juan Sartori and Kyril Louis-Dreyfus (pictured, left) were in advanced stages of negotiation over a deal. Stewart Donald and Charlie Methven would retain minority stakes, with Sartori and Louis-Dreyfus taking majority control. It was suggested that the deal could be completed within a fortnight. Photo: BERTRAND LANGLOIS
14. Saturday December 12, 2020
Jim Rodwell confirms that there remains a will on all sides to get a takeover done, and that certain documents have been lodged with the EFL. He also added that the 'seriously complex' process would 'take time'. Rodwell was speaking to the press after national reports regarding a risk of administration - something the chief executive denied. Photo: Frank Reid
15. Sunday December 20, 2020
As we approach one year since the campaign was launched, Sunderland remain owned by Stewart Donald - although the Sartori/Louis-Dreyfus deal is thought to be moving closer. Photo: FRANK REID 2019
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