It says everything about the feelings towards Mike Ashley that Newcastle United fans are celebrating a proposed takeover by a nation with unprecedented international criticism for its human rights record.
But such is the hatred towards the soon-to-be-departed St James’ Park owner, the loyal Toon Army would be happy to see pretty much anyone take over their beloved Magpies.
And that long-awaited moment is nearing ever closer with the Saudi-led consortium on the verge of completing that £300 million deal for the Premier League outfit.
Once the ink is dry on the paperwork it will signal the end of Ashley’s 14-year ownership of the north east club.Like much of Sports Direct magnate’s business ventures, he will return a tidy profit having
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