Newcastle United: Fans feel positive after takeover update from Mark Douglas

Some Newcastle United fans are still feeling positive about the prospective takeover at St. James’ Park after Mark Douglas provided an update on his official Twitter page.

The journalist assured members of the Toon faithful that the buying side are still positive. The Saudi-led consortium, backed by the country’s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), businesswoman Amanda Staveley and the billionaire Reuben brothers, all apparently remain confident that a deal can be agreed.

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However, Douglas added that nobody knows exactly what is going on in the process with the Premier League regarding owners’ and directors’ tests as well as further checks into the proposed piracy issues with the Saudis.

The writer claimed that there was always going to be a lot of noise, but he still believes, as he has done throughout, that the bid will pass the necessary checks.

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In a time of uncertainty for Magpies, Douglas perhaps provided some needed positivity, which has reflected upon these NUFC supporters:

https://twitter.com/DavidTazGolf9/status/1260279448852746241

Patience is a virtue 🤍🖤

— Stuart Paterson (@Stui_86) May 12, 2020

So as theyve paid the deposit and its with the premier league im assuming this means “another buyer” cant hold talks with Ashley…? i remember seeing the exclusivity period was till mid May 🤦🏾‍♂️ #istillbelieve ⚪️⚫️⚪️⚫️

— T-R-NUFC (@nufc_r) May 12, 2020

Just be patient only those ITK @ PL will know where the O&D tests are. We all want it done and after 13 years a little wait will be worth it

— Kevin (@coopsk1966) May 12, 2020

There is contract that lawyers from both sides signed neither party can back out if she backs out ashley keeps the 17 mill deposit and can sue her and if he backs out she can sue him it’s all on companies houses I think but all I know is that neither party can back out

— rhys stephenson 🇬🇧🇸🇦 (@RhysStephenson) May 12, 2020