An eventful start to the week has given Magpies fans real hope of seeing the back of the controversial Ashley, who first arrived in 2007.
Can fans really start to look forward to life under new ownership? Well, here is what the nationals are saying about the deal, when it could be announced and future plans:
1. Daily Mirror
The Mirror report that a £300m deal has been agreed in principle. The takeover is subject to Premier League ratification, where a deal could be finalised in a month, before football’s lockdown ends. Photo: Catherine Ivill
2. The Guardian
The Premier League has relevant paperwork from both Newcastle and PCP Partners and is understood to be initiating the mandatory owners and directors test. The sale is contingent on both the governing body’s blessing and the finalising of the deal’s small print. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
3. The Sun
Only the Premier League stands in Newcastle’s way of a takeover, plus a last-minute change of heart from Ashley. The Sun report of Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s involvement. Photo: ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS
4. The Times
Indeed the Premier League have been informed and that a £300m takeover is very close. New ownership will see Newcastle United’s soul to be re-found, according to The Times’ Henry Winter. Photo: Tony Marshall