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Newcastle's Allan Saint-Maximin claims the club's Saudi takeover increases his chances of staying at St James' Park for 'longer'... but admits'we will see what is to happen' at the end of the season as he wants to win the BALLON D'OR in his career

Allan Saint-Maximin believes Newcastle's takeover means he is likely to stay at the club for 'longer' - and has revealed a life-long ambition to win the Ballon D'Or.

The Magpies were the subject of a £305million takeover from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund which made them the richest club in world football - but are currently facing a battle to avoid relegation from the Premier League.

Saint-Maximin was arguably Newcastle's best player before the takeover was completed and while he cannot fully commit to the club long-term, he feels Newcastle can help him complete his career ambitions now.