Premier League football club takeovers are always massive news stories, and the latest one in the works is no exception. This example looks likely to be one of the more controversial though, with huge implications for all of England’s current big clubs.
The kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is set to purchase an 80 per cent stake in Newcastle United. Where the Gallowgate End faithful will be delighted to see the back of current owner Mike Ashley if the deal is completed, the Saudis’ poor record with human rights leaves a sour taste in the mouths of some.
Perhaps this takeover is generating so many headlines as there is no football being played at present, but this wouldn’t be the first Saudi involvement in the Premier League