It was announced on Thursday afternoon that the consortium had withdrawn their offer to buy the Magpies - four months after it had reached the Premier League for approval.
As ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours from around the top-flight – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:
5. Blades keen on Besic reunion
Sheffield United have expressed a desire in re-signing Mo Besic from Everton, who are keen to sell around the £2.7m-£4.5m mark. (Sport Sport via Sports Witness) Photo: Catherine Ivill
6. Arsenal set to seal new arrival
Norwegian starlet George Lewis has agreed to join Arsenal, which will be announced following Sunday’s FA Cup final with Chelsea. (Goal.com) Photo: Shaun Botterill
7. Liverpool submit £9m bid
Liverpool have lodged a £9m bid for Real Betis defender Aissa Mandi following the departure of Dejan Lovern to Zenit Saint Petersburg. (COPE via Sport Witness) Photo: Fran Santiago
8. Jimenez nears Old Trafford move
Raul Jimenez is on the verge of signing for Manchester United with Wolves closing in on Braga forward Paulinho as his replacement. (A Bola and RTP via Manchester Evening News) Photo: RUI VIEIRA