One of Newcastle United’s rivals for a place in next season’s Champions League could have new owners in the near-future.
Just over three months has passed since Manchester United’s current owners, the Glazer family, confirmed they were ‘exploring strategic alternatives’ but it is now believed they are willing to consider a full sale that would bring an end to their controversial reign at Old Trafford.
A recent report by The Mirror suggested the Glazers were looking for a world record sum to part company with the 13-time Premier League champions, with a figure of £8bn stated as their current asking price. Building on that suggestion, the Mail have claimed a mid-February deadline has been set and British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe is the only party to officially confirm his intention to launch a bid for the club.
With further news awaited, NewcastleWorld assesses how the wealth of Newcastle’s current owners compares to Ratcliffe’s and the current owners of their Premier League rivals.
1. Brentford
Owner = Matthew Benham — rumoured net worth = £3million Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS
2. Leeds United
Owner = Andrea Radrizzani — rumoured net worth = £450million Photo: David Rogers
3. Brighton and Hove Albion
Owner = Tony Bloom — rumoured net worth = £765million Photo: GLYN KIRK
4. Bournemouth
Prospective new owner = Bill Foley — rumoured net worth = £1billion Photo: Ryan Pierse