SWINDON Town director Bob Holt has today attempted to reassure fans that Best Holdings' proposed takeover at the County Ground is still on track.

In a statement to Robins' supporters issued via the club's website, Holt insists the delay in the takeover procedure should "not be interpreted as an indication that the deal is stalling."

Holt revealed there have been "a number of issues" concerning the transaction but that Best Holdings now have all the information they have requested to pursue the purchase of the club.

Holt also revealed chairman designate Jim Little and representatives of Best Holdings have been in constant dialogue with the board of directors and major shareholders, and is confident the deal will be concluded "in the very near future".

He said: "Both parties have a mutual determination and will to finalise the transaction as soon as possible.

"However it must be recognised that it is prudent to take time to ensure that all the 'Minor Paperwork' that Jim alluded to in the last set of programme notes is agreed in order that it does not become a major problem post-completion.

"Jim made reference in last Wednesday's Swindon Advertiser to the Club's debts. These are explicitly dealt with and warranted by the shareholders in the Sale and Purchase contract and should not be an issue that would prevent completion.

Jim reiterated, also in Wednesday's Swindon Advertiser, that both parties 'Are still going over the tiny points'. However the Board believe that these 'Tiny Points' have now been addressed and the additional information required by the purchasers has now been provided."

"We look forward to welcome Jim and his team to The County Ground in the very near future."