EXCLUSIVE: Newcastle United will jet out to Saudi Arabia for a training camp this month in first visit since the £305m takeover by the country's Public Investment Fund - but it’s NOT clear if Eddie Howe's squad will meet leader Mohammed bin Salman

Newcastle United will head to Saudi Arabia for the first time this month since being taken over by the country’s Public Investment Fund.

Sportsmail understands the squad will fly from the UK following their Premier League match at Leeds on January 22.

Eddie Howe’s side will spend their time at a warm-weather training camp and it is thought there could also be some PR engagements.

Eddie Howe’s side will spend their time at a warm-weather training camp in Saudi

The trip is sure to attract attention given the controversy of the £305million buyout in October.