We shared the news that the Piataks' takeover of the Blues is now complete.

The Brunton Park club are now in the hands of the American business family.

Carlisle confirmed the deal had been finalised in a short statement.

Here's how readers reacted.

Tony Grierson said: "Carlisle have waited a long time for this, welcome our American friends, I hope you are successful."

David Carswell added: "Could be exciting times ahead, I think the supporters will get right behind them and turn up in large numbers. It's great news."

Martin Plummer said: "Brilliant. Thank you and a very warm welcome."

June Gribbon said: "Up up and away hopefully, wish them all the luck in the world," and Mark Warwick said: "God bless America. Let's hope this is the start of something special."

Peter Maleney said: "Welcome to Carlisle United, they seem to be a very genuine family."

Alan Williams also said it was 'fantastic news' and Colin Docker said it was 'excellent news'.

One web user said: "Great news, very very pleased for all involved, especially for the long-suffering fans. Up the Blues."

Another commented: "Great news, hopefully. Time will tell, the talk of investment needs to turn into reality and that investment, especially in the team, needs to be instant. I hope they are who they say they are and do what they said they will do."

Another said: "Let’s hope that this is the fantastic news that the long-suffering Carlisle Utd fans have been waiting for."