The Premier League will not be rushed into making a decision about Newcastle’s proposed takeover, says the league’s chief executive Richard Masters.
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which is headed up by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is hoping to get the green light to complete a £300 million ($375m) purchase of the north east club from current owner Mike Ashley.
The Saudi group would own 80 per cent of the club, with Amanda Staveley's PCP Capital Partners and British businessmen the Reuben brothers sharing the remaining 20% equally.
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However, the takeover has proven controversial, with the Saudi regime having been accused of many human rights abuses.