Manchester United fans have examined the idea, Liverpool supporters toyed with a plan and even Rangers diehards put forward formal proposals.
But today it will emerge that the loyal following of humble Stirling Albion of the Scottish First Division have succeeded where fans of more glamorous football clubs have so far failed – in delivering the first fully owned community club in British football.
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