- Premier League says ‘Saudi Arabia will not control Newcastle’
- Strong backlash from human rights groups after takeover
Newcastle United’s controversial Saudi-led owners have set their sights on winning the Premier League and European trophies after completing their £300m takeover.
As an estimated 15,000 fans gathered at St James’ Park on Thursday night to celebrate, human rights organisations fiercely criticised the Premier League’s decision to approve the buyout of Mike Ashley.