A takeover of Blackburn Rovers is unlikely to happen before the New Year.
But, although Rothschilds are still in dialogue with several interested parties, a change of ownership is not thought to be imminent.
Rovers' chairman, John Williams, said: "Our shareholders remain willing sellers and Rothschilds continue to have exploratory discussions with a number of interested parties, but nothing is imminent."
American-based businessman Dan Williams (right) is the only person to have publicly confirmed an interest in buying Rovers, but he has yet to lodge an acceptable bid for control.