Newcastle takeover: Saudi Arabian-backed deal completed

A Saudi Arabian-backed takeover of Newcastle United has been completed.

Instead the Public Investment Fund (PIF), which will provide 80% of funds for the £300m deal, is seen as separate to the state.

Because of that, the takeover has passed the Premier League owners' and directors' test.

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