David Goodwillie has one more been signed by Clyde F.C, joining the Scottish League One club on loan from Raith Rovers. Who he recently joined following five years at the North Lanarkshire based outfit. Leading to backlash from people inside and outside the club, including Scottish MP Johan Mason. Stating he is considering quitting being as owner of the team. Having previously boycotted matches, during the forwards previous spell.
Six years after being initially charged with rape, the player was convicted following a civil case. No further criminal action taken. A pay-out of a hundred thousand pounds being his only punishment, as ruled by the judge.
His move to the Rovers led to two quick resignations from the board. In addition to the Women’s team cutting ties with the club, choosing to rebrand as McDermid Ladies. An identity they now compete with. After captain Tyle Rattray quit the side in protest of the signing. Going on to lose their first game, in front of a bumper crowd. The previous shirt sponsor being replaced with a message of ‘Zero Tolerance’.
Clyde Ladies have promptly emulated their counterparts’ actions. Informing the Broadwood club that they will not long represent them. Starting with immediate effect. Following their general manager quitting in protest, as Goodwillie was announced. North Lanarkshire Council, owners of the Broadwood Stadium released a statement. Announcing they will be looking into its commercial relations with Clyde fc. After hearing the news of the forward returning to the ground.
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