There's no end to the drama being a Nottingham Forest fan.

Whilst fans of other clubs rest, put their feet up, and cheer on the nation in their Euro 2012 campaign, the Forest takeover saga has occupied the minds of the supporters, and largely occupied their tweets.

We knew it was set to be an exciting, rumour filled summer, but we didn't quite expect it to be this hectic.

Kuwaitis, Russians, Americans, Chinese, Malaysians and Irish have all been linked to the takeover of the club, either through the newspapers, or those intent on being at the heart of a rumour on Twitter. Some rumours though, have been beyond ridiculous. Big Phil Scolari was allegedly seen wandering around Nottingham, searching for a new home. This link may seem bizarre to some, but Scolari took an interest in Forest under the Brian Clough days, and since then, has often been labelled a 'Forest admirer'. Surely the rumours could struggle to top that.

What next, the Queen arriving in Nottingham to finalise a deal to take over the club?

Oh no, we've had that as well. Luckily however, there was a lot more humour connected to that, than the others.

Forest, a few days ago, were without a sponsor, without a kit, ownerless, and player sales seemed inevitable, and the mood was fairly gloomy. Fortunately, having found a sponsor, in 'John Pye & Sons Auctioneers', and with that, releasing an away kit, things seem to be picking up, improving the mood.

Following the arrival of the new sponsors, came contrasting statements. John Pye claiming "a takeover is imminent", with Mark Arthur, the CEO, attempting to lower the expectations, and calm the people down who may have got carried away by Pye's words, by stating, "We are hopeful to have new owners in for the new season",

The last thing Mark Arthur said he was more than hopeful for?

Darren Pratley and Peter Whittingham "wanted to join the club", commented the much criticised Chief Executive. The Forest fans can be forgiven, for taking what he says with a pinch of salt.

The summer at Forest up to this point, has been eventful, to say the least. The fascinating factor being, most of these rumours have come from journalists in Kuwait, linking businessman Fawaz Al-Hasawi with the takeover. It doesn't take much to get Forest fans excited, and dreaming of being the next Manchester City, and this has certainly been the case.

Many of the Forest faithful urging this pending takeover to hurry up, as they wait impatiently, seeking assurances of Forest's future.

To these fans, it must be asked, would they rather the process was long, drawn out, and strenuous, consequently meaning the owner could be intensely researched, to find out whether they do have the financial tools they're promising...

Or, do they want a rushed takeover, because those involved in the takover looking after the Forest side of the technicalities are too keen on ensuring Forest's short term future is secure, so they could now focus on starting the season?

The latter introducing the strong risk everything could go wrong within months, and Forest would be left in tatters. Whilst it may be frustrating, the delay the fans are suffering currently, is the best thing for us, although it may not feel it.

If recent rumours are to be believed, the sleeping giant of Nottingham Forest may finally be awoken. Despite the uncertainty over the Kuwaiti businessman's wealth, the plans that have been reported would get even the most pessimistic of Forest fans sitting up, and taking notice.

Neil Warnock's name has been frequently linked over the past few weeks, and his tussle with Ken Bates continues, increasing the likelihood that this may happen. Warnock, a proven winner and Championship expert "has always wanted to manage Forest", according to David Johnson, who knows him from his loan spell at Sheff Utd.

Whilst all of this speculation goes on, Steve Cotterill is preparing for the worst case scenario, that Forest won't get new owners, and he has to begin the season with a threadbare squad. As he posed for photos during the away kit reveal, it must have been lingering in the back of his mind, that all of this may plunged into irrelevance, in just a few weeks time.

One thing that can't be doubted about Cotterill, is the way he's conducted himself, when his position has been questioned, by either newspaper rumours, or fans.

When the time comes, and the takeover does indeed go through, Twitter and fans forums will combust with excitement.

What may not be visible, is the reality needed when a takeover goes through. Nottingham Forest aren't Man City. Money does not buy success.

It feels like the chapter of finding a new owner may be coming to an end, but there's a longer chapter to come, with a lot more drama...

Which is just how Forest fans like it!

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