ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

It will be apparent from the text that many people contributed to this book. Of course without the assistance of a number of key individuals it could not possibly have been written. First and foremost amongst them are Arsène and Annie Wenger for permitting the periodic intrusions to their limited and precious family time and the invaluable insights provided.

Fulsome thanks are also due to Peter Hill-Wood and of course David Dein.

In addition to the key protagonists mentioned above there were a number of people, some of whom, like Tony Banfield and Alan Smith, are quoted directly, and others who wish to preserve their anonymity. We thank them all for their contributions.

Brian Dawes, Charlie Ashmore, Greville Waterman, Alex Phillips and Mel Goldberg read parts of the manuscript and their suggestions invariably improved it.

Simon Inglis, Antony Spencer, GGK, Ian Henry, Bernard Azulay, Alex Laidman, Michael Farmer, Howard Lamb and Marcia Milnes were terrific sources of information. The Gooner publisher Mike Francis is also owed thanks for his tolerance whilst Kevin’s attention was occasionally diverted from the ‘day job’.

Usually the publishers are thanked as a matter of course. In this instance this would do scant justice to the skill, commitment and consideration of both Jim Drewett and Toby Trotman. Without them there simply would not be a book. Ian Turner and Clive Batty certainly improved the writing and offered some valuable suggestions.

Back at home, thanks are due to Jay, Frank, Rhoda, Danielle and Tamara for their patience, understanding and on occasion specific help.