Supporter’s idea has already raised decent money for club

He added: “There are lots of different fan groups and factions and I wanted to launch the foundation with the supporters’ society, the DSA, the historical trust and everybody involved.

“We want to get fans on board and involved. Things are tough right now and I think back to the Deefiant season with the togetherness in the stands. We could do with more of that.”

Ross has been helped out by fellow supporter Scott Roberts, with both taking on the role of foundation ambassadors as well as by staff at Dens Park.

Previously he was pivotal in setting up DeeTV and is happy to be working with the club again with the hope the foundation can bring the club and fans closer.

Ross said: “I think being associated with the club gives it that legitimacy for fans and has helped a lot. Tommy Young and Jonny McInally at the club have been very helpful in giving advice on the infrastructure and how it will all work.

“It’s difficult with the current situation but we’re talking about doing a proper launch for it because we are concerned it has only been on social media really so far and that only reaches a certain audience. Unfortunately, we can’t be going to games at Dens to convince people to join.

“Overall, I think I’d like to see better communication between the club and fans. I think this is a way we could achieve that. It’s something that’s been missing for some time. There will also be a steady income stream for the club as well but, hopefully, we can improve the communication because, to me, that is the key to success.

“It’s important that people get value for money and that it’s worth signing up for. At the moment it’s very much – you get to this level of donation, you get this reward. I know a lot of people might not be interested in getting a pin badge or whatever but the plan is for the foundation to change over time.”

Dundee Football Club, like every other club in the country, have taken a financial hit due to the pandemic.