Newcastle United’s owners could face some big hitting rivals after Manchester United’s hierachy revealed their stance on a potential sale of the 13-time Premier League champions.
Controversy followed the Glazer family from the moment they completed their purchase of the Red Devils 17 years ago. A statement revealed their controversial ownership could be set to come to an end as they stated the American owners’ are looking to identify “strategic alternatives” and ‘will consider a number of options “including new investment into the club, a sale, or other transactions involving the company”.
With an asking price said to be set at anywhere between £5billion and £10billion, it seems unlikely Newcastle United’s Premier League rivals will be sold before they return to action after the World Cup Finals. But what does seem certain is that some big-hitters will come to the fore as one of world football’s most renowned clubs goes on the market.
But how does the Magpies’ owners compare to the current and possible owners at Old Trafford and to those around the Premier League?
With an asking price said to be set at anywhere between £5billion and £10billion, it seems unlikely Newcastle United’s Premier League rivals will be sold before they return to action after the World Cup Finals. But what does seem certain is that some big-hitters will come to the fore as one of world football’s most renowned clubs goes on the market.
5. Southampton
Owner = Dragan Solak — rumoured net worth = £1.02billion Photo: GLYN KIRK
6. West Ham
Owners = David Sullivan and David Gold — rumoured net worth = £1.62billion Photo: MICHAEL REGAN
7. Everton
Owner = Farhad Moshiri — rumoured net worth = £2billion Photo: PAUL ELLIS
8. Liverpool
Owner = John W. Henry — rumoured net worth = £2.35billion Photo: OLI SCARFF