Sequence of events : Rangers FC founded in 1872, Oldco created 1889, in Administration 2011, pending Liquidation 2012, Newco created 2012. 1} If the Newco inherits the punishments incurred under the Oldco, then the Newco also inherits the History of the Oldco - it is the same Club, just under new ownership. 2} If the Newco is considered as having no History, then it is recognised as a brand new Club and as such is not responsible for the misdeeds of the Oldco. Discuss
Ask the SPL in the shape of Neil Doncaster, he seems to have fully grasped and answered this conundrum.