Concerns about Saudi money don't spoil the celebrations in Newcastle

First it was Roman Abramovich's oil-fuelled spending spree at Chelsea, then Manchester City won backing from Abu Dhabi United Group. Now it is Newcastle United's turn

Fantasy: Newcastle United supporters dressed in robes as they celebrate the sale of the club to a Saudi-led consortium — Fantasy: Newcastle United supporters dressed in robes as they celebrate the sale of the club to a Saudi-led consortiumPhoto: AFP/SCANPIX

Published 14 October 2021, 23:00Updated 14 October 2021, 23:00

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