Former Rangers owner Craig Whyte will go on trial next month over an alleged fraudulent takeover of the Ibrox club.
The 45-year-old appeared in Aberdeen Sheriff Court yesterday to face two charges – one of fraud and a second allegation under the Companies Act.
The first accusation claims Mr Whyte obtained a “majority and controlling stake” in Rangers “by fraud”.
The charge dates are between May 2010 and May 2011, listing various locations including Ibrox Stadium, Murray Park as well as “addresses meantime unknown” in Monaco and France.
It is alleged Whyte and his representatives pretended to then Rangers owner Sir David Murray and others that “funds were available” to make all stipulated payments.
The second charge under the Companies Act centres on an £18m payment in connection with the takeover.
Mr Whyte was once again represented by Donald Findlay QC. Alex Prentice QC is now heading the prosecution team in the case.
He will appear at Glasgow High Court on Tuesday, April 18 to face trial for the charges.
