Why Does Saudi Arabia Want To Buy Newcastle United?

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Why Does Saudi Arabia Want To Buy Newcastle United?

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May 5, 2020

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The PIF, Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, is on the cusp of a takeover of Newcastle United. In this episode, James Montague explains why Saudi Arabia, and its Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, wants to buy a Premier League football club. And - how should Newcastle supports respond?
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May 5, 2020

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