Newcastle Utd sold in Saudi takeover - new owner statement In full as Mike Ashley leaves

Newcastle Utd sold in Saudi takeover - new owner statement In full as Mike Ashley leaves.

Newcastle United has officially been sold to a Saudi Arabian consortium in a £300m takeover deal, meaning fans will finally get their wish and see the back of former owner Mike Ashley. The new Saudi owner has revealed he's 'very proud' to take over at St James's Park. Here's the new owner's statement in full.

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