The Sporting Blog Podcast

Dr Tom Bason - Newcastle and Saudi, Financing the Fantasy

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Episode notes

Dr Tom Bason is an Assistant Professor in Sports Management at Coventry University and an expert in football financing. Oli dialled him in for a chat on the recent takeover of Newcastle United by the Saudi PIF.

In this week’s Podcast we discuss;

Was the £310 million the PIF paid for Newcastle United a good deal?

The implications of financial fair play as to what we can expect from PIF and Newcastle going forward.

Why do people want to buy football clubs?

Is the timing right for the deal?

What impact would relegation have on the club and its new owners?

Where might they look to spend their money - Infrastructure or on the pitch?

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