"Colchester United has been up for sale since last year, and having had two other takeover attempts fail in that time, fans are anxious for a deal to be done before the summer transfer window."
"Owner Robbie Cowling has been in charge since 2006 but put the club up for sale last year, saying he wanted to find 'the right long-term steward' to propel it forward."
"Terry has been involved in a series of controversies - a ban for racist abuse, being stripped of the England captaincy, and more recently a social media message in which he responded with clapping emojis to a call for a ban on Muslim women being allowed to wear the burqa in the United Kingdom."
Colchester United is engaged in detailed discussions regarding a potential sale to a consortium of investors, including former England captain John Terry. The club has been for sale since last year, with previous takeover attempts failing. Fans are eager for a resolution before the summer transfer window. Despite not facing financial instability, Colchester has not achieved promotion in ten seasons. Owner Robbie Cowling seeks a long-term steward to advance the club. Controversies surrounding Terry raise questions about fan reception to his involvement in the club's future.
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