Clark's already said he doesn't have the money.
Probably means they are very very interested!
If EK bought QF, sold off Jetstar and FF, they would more than recoup the initial outlay. Keep QF domestic and a token QF international.
There is no doubt something is in play, hence Joyce being so publicly vague on exactly what QF are after. I wouldn't be surprised if EK become involved.
Talk the QF business down a bit more and it becomes a steal.