The Premier League has already issued Newcastle United statement amid fresh takeover leaks

In a series of leaked WhatsApp messages in 2020, Amanda Staveley - who brokered the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia’s takeover of the Magpies - told associates of Mike Ashley that the “Crown Prince is losing patience” and that PIF governor Yasir Al Rumayyan was “trying to convince the Crown Prince not to pull out” when the deal hit difficulties.

It was in October 2021 that the £305m takeover was eventually signed off by the Premier League after they “received legally binding assurances that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will not control Newcastle United Football Club”.

The Telegraph, who published the messages, claim that has raised questions over guarantees made to the Premier League. Staveley, via lawyers, said she only ever referenced the Crown Prince in his capacity as chairman of PIF and to suggest that her messages cast doubt on the separation of the Saudi state and the running of the club is “as illogical as it is misconceived.”

Staveley and husband Mehrdad Ghodoussi were the public faces of the takeover having initially taken 10% stake in the club as PCP Partners along with RB Sports & Media, while PIF held 80%. Staveley and Ghodoussi were in charge of the day-to-day running at St James’ Park but left in the summer after PIF and RB Sports & Media acquired their remaining stake at a 85%/ 15% split.

"Amanda and Mehrdad will forever have our tremendous thanks and well-wishes as they move on to focus on their other business interests,” Al Rumayyan said in July.

"We have achieved so much together since 2021, including achieving Champions League football in our first full season as stewards of this incredible club.

"The ownership group, together with CEO Darren Eales and the club's executive team, will continue to build on these foundations for long-term, sustainable success for the team and our amazing fans, and we are excited about the future prospects for Newcastle United."

The Daily Mail understands the Premier League will not revisit the legality of takeover.