Sulaiman Al Fahim is not going to to pull out of the deal and is totally committed to completing the protracted takeover of Portsmouth Football Club: The Big Question has gained assurances that this is the case.

Pompey-Fans.com has been trying to find some clarity in the confusion of media claim and counter-claim, and get answers to supporters' most pressing questions.

The Big Question contacted Ivo Gabara, Mr Al Fahim's only official spokesman, who agreed to give us an interview.

On the most important question of whether the takeover would happen, he was unequivocal, giving an assurance the Sulaiman Al Fahim was absolutely positive he will complete the takeover. Article continues here

He also reaffirmed Mr Al Fahim's determination to make Pompey one of the great clubs of English football once again, but stressed this would take time.

Mr Gabara described the project as "a medium to long-term effort. It will not happen overnight" and he was adamant that Mr Al Fahim has the financial backing to achieve this aim, an assertion that should go a long way to calming fears over the future.

While he would not be drawn on specific questions of player's arriving at the club, he reiterated Mr Al Fahim's belief the club will remain in the Premier League this season, adding "Sulaiman Al Fahim has every confidence in this great Club."

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