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Drastic step for Mechelen

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KV Mechelen have gone into voluntary liquidation as they aim to resolve their financial problems.

KV Mechelen have gone into voluntary liquidation as they aim to resolve their financial problems.

Scheduled game
The struggling Belgian club will play their scheduled game against KAA Gent on Sunday while they wait for a liquidator to be found.

Drastic action
Mechelen spokesman Johan Willem defended the club's decision to take drastic action to solve their financial problems, saying: "Maybe the liquidation will attract new investors."

Difficult times
The club have suffering financially and already face a battle to be granted a professional licence for next season. The club's players also went on strike in September due to unpaid wages.

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