Mike Ashley

Sam Allardyce has revealed he could have become Manchester City manager before joining Newcastle United in 2007. (Photo credit should read PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

'Done and dusted' - Sam Allardyce makes stunning Manchester City claim

Coventry handed eviction notice by new Coventry Building Society Arena owners.

Championship news: Coventry City react after being handed eviction notice

General view inside the CBS Arena, home of Coventry City. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Mike Ashley issues eviction notice to Championship club after sale

Mike Ashley set to miss out on buying Championship club after sale agreed

Sunderland and Scotland striker Ross Stewart.

Sunderland AFC headlines: Ross Stewart fitness update

Tuesday’s Championship transfer news

Former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley.

Mike Ashley makes Championship stadium move

Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe shares a joke with Joelinton after the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Brentford FC at St. James Park on October 08, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC told ‘key’ to European qualification as ex-player makes transfer prediction

The lettering on the East Stand uses the Sports Direct font.

Darren Eales tackled on iconic Newcastle United sign

St James's Park.

Newcastle United's stance on St James's Park naming rights revealed

Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Newcastle United chairman looks on prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester City at St. James Park on August 21, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Newcastle United owners outline £2bn football investment

Sebastian Miranda #21 of the Columbus Crew attempts to stop a kick from Jose Enrique Sanchez #3 of Newcastle United FC on July 26, 2011 at Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

NUFC fan favourite reveals why he left with brutal Mike Ashley namecheck

Newcastle United defender Emil Krafth.

Emil Krafth reveals Newcastle United changes which have helped him

Michael Chopra celebrates scoring for Sunderland against Middlesbrough in 2008.

Michael Chopra highlights Sunderland fixture after coming out of retirement

Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley following last October's takeover.

Newcastle United's season-ticket decision hints at future stadium plans

Newcastle United co-owner Mehrdad Ghodoussi wants to expand St James's Park.

Newcastle United fans wait on new season-ticket decision
Newcastle United supporters are waiting on details of a promised new release of season-tickets.

Mike Ashley has been unveiled as the wealthiest person in the North East in the latest Sunday Times Rich List.

Photograph: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire.

Former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley tops rich list for the North East

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe wanted a "lighter, brighter" working environment.

Newcastle United's training ground given 'subtle' Eddie Howe makeover

A general view inside the stadium prior to the Sky Bet Championship match between Sheffield United and Queens Park Rangers at Bramall Lane. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Sheffield United takeover: American businessman Henry Mauriss - previously linke...

Newcastle United co-owners Mehrdad Ghodoussi and Jamie Reuben at Stamford Bridge.

Jamie Reuben shows his support for Newcastle United following Chelsea links

Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley.

Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley reveals Chelsea decision

Eddie Howe. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images).

Newcastle United transfer news: Eddie Howe reveals why every day counts in Janua...

Steven Taylor celebrates scoring against Celta Vigo in 2006.

Steven Taylor reveals why he turned down a new deal at Newcastle United

St James's Park has a capacity of 52,405.

The abandoned plan for a 60,000-capacity St James's Park

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Alan Shearer open to Newcastle United return

Amanda Staveley confirms plans for a new academy at Newcastle United (Photo by LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP via Getty Images)

Amanda Staveley confirms plans for a new academy at Newcastle United

A Sports Direct sign at St James's Park.

Mike Ashley's Sports Direct signs set to stay at Newcastle United – for now
The Sports Direct signs at St James’s Park could stay until the end of the season.

Steve Bruce at Molineux after his final game in charge of Newcastle United.

This is why Steve Bruce never got he 'respect' he craved at Newcastle United

Steve Bruce, manager of Newcastle United. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Gary Neville slams treatment of Steve Bruce by Newcastle United's new owners as ...

Steven Taylor, Mike Williamson, and Jack Colback share a joke as they arrive before the Barclays Premier League match between Swansea City and Newcastle United at the Liberty Stadium.

Ex-NUFC favourite delivers exciting verdict following Saudi-backed takeover

Newcastle United's new owners free to improve St James's Park

Steve Bruce.

Steve Bruce set to face media at Newcastle United following takeover

Former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley had reportedly been interested in purchasing Derby County (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)

Derby County issue statement regarding reported Mike Ashley interest

St James's Park, home of Newcastle United. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

CAT dispute between Mike Ashley and Premier League officially withdrawn

Premier League clubs are reportedly demanding an emergency meeting after the Newcastle United takeover was approved. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Premier League clubs 'demand' emergency meeting after Newcastle United takeover

Newcastle United head coach Steve Bruce is fearing the sack. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

This is the new owners' stance on Steve Bruce's future

Premier League headquarters.

Read the Premier League's 140-word Newcastle United takeover statement in full

St James's Park.

Amanda Staveley reacts after Newcastle United takeover is completed

Newcastle United's St James's Park. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Amnesty’s appeal to the Premier League over Saudi-led takeover of Newcastle Unit...

Mike Ashley owner of Newcastle United talks to Managing Directory Lee Charnley. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

TalkSPORT pundit delivers damning verdict on likelihood of Newcastle takeover

Steve Bruce at Vicarage Road.

'It’s not even on the agenda': Steve Bruce reacts to 'quit' claim

Steve Bruce at Vicarage Road.

Newcastle United's takeover hopes don't just rest with Mike Ashley's QCs

St James's Park.

Newcastle United 'threatened' with Premier League expulsion

St James's Park.

Newcastle United takeover arbitration date revealed in CAT hearing

Newcastle United star Allan Saint-Maximin could be considered by Liverpool. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Gossip: Saint-Maximin tipped to attract Liverpool, Arsenal and Everton interest

A general view of St. James' Park, home of Newcastle United.

Gossip: Newcastle United takeover reports as Toon linked with Championship ace

St James's Park, home of Newcastle United. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

NUFC takeover: This is what Mike Ashley and St James' Holdings are seeking

St James's Park.

New date for Newcastle United's anti-competition claim

Steve Bruce.

What to expect at Newcastle United on transfer deadline day

Newcastle United head coach Steve Bruce. (Photo by Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images)

Pundit questions Newcastle United fans' frustration towards Steve Bruce

Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley. (Photo by LEE SMITH/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Gossip: Mike Ashley 'reacts' to Newcastle United takeover delay

St James's Park Newcastle. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Newcastle United set for more takeover frustration as key update revealed

Amanda Staveley at St James's Park.

Amanda Staveley hits back at Simon Jordan

LIVERPOOL, UNITED KINGDOM - APRIL 22: Chief Negotiator of Dubai International Capital Amanda Staveley looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League Semi Final, first leg match between Liverpool and Chelsea at Anfield on April 22, 2008 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Watch would-be Toon owner's passionate takeover message to fans ahead of protest

Amanda Staveley.

NUFC takeover: Amanda Staveley has made one thing clear