TALK OF THE TOON
Saudi Newcastle takeover back on as Ashley sells up
THE Saudi Arabian takeover of Newcastle United is on — and Mike Ashley is within hours of selling up.
The Saudis have settled their piracy war with Premier League broadcast partners beIN Sports — removing the biggest commercial obstacle to the €360m deal which is now expected to go through.
Talks have reopened with United owner Mike Ashley to end his 14-year reign and members of the consortium were believed to be flying to Newcastle last night to complete the deal ahead of an announcement.
Written
The Premier League will drop their opposition to the deal and allow it to progress quickly, after getting written assurances that the Saudi state will not interfere with the running of the club.