Floyd Mayweather is keen to buy a controlling stake in Newcastle United from British billionaire Mike Ashley. Reports have claimed that the retired American boxer is keen on securing a deal for the club but no official talks have taken place, with his net worth estimated to be around £500m.
Mayweather was recently asked at a fan event: ”You're very, very interested in buying Newcastle United?” "In the U.S. we call it soccer, but the Newcastle football team is an unbelievable team.
A hell of a team." He then told the fans in attendance: "If the people want me to buy the Newcastle team, let me know!" TMZ have now added that Mayweather's team have confirmed the interest as real, and not just a PR stunt.
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