Jonathan Clare and John Rudofsky, founding directors of the then Citigate Communications, have been reunited to work on either side of the deal.
Carlton PR boss Rudofsky quit Citigate Dewe Rogerson two years ago, whileClare, still at CDR, is PR consultant to Granada.
While Carlton and Granada's chairmen Michael Green and Charles Allen are reported to enjoy 'tumultuous' relations, Rudofsky is keen to scotch rumours of a rift with Clare.
'Jonathan and I remain good friends,' he insists.
