Rochdale AFC supporters have launched a crowdfunding campaign to fight a lawsuit filed against the football club's directors.
The lawsuit has been filed by Morton House MGT and First Form Construction Ltd, the group which mounted a failed hostile takeover bid several months ago.
The Dale Trust is aiming to raise £130,000 to fight the case, which alleges the trust and eight members of the board unlawfully caused prejudice to Morton House as a shareholder in the club.
Dale Trust and the board say they 'strenuously deny' the allegations. The case will be fought in the High Court, and if unsuccessful could result in Morton House finally gaining control, the trust and the club say.
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