And if the Saudi-backed takeover were to go through, where exactly what that place the Magpies in the list of the world’s richest sports teams? We took a look using the famed Forbes rich list.
Scroll down and click through the pages to take a look at where Newcastle United could rank in the world of sports.
13. PHILIP ANSCHUTZ
Philip Anschutz owns LA Galaxy (football) and the Los Angeles Kings. Estimated worth: £8.9 billion. | Getty Images Photo: Christian Petersen
14. ROMAN ABRAMOVICH
Roman Abramovich owns Chelsea (football). Estimated worth: £9.15 billion. | Getty Images Photo: BEN STANSALL
15. DAVID TEPPER
David Tepper owns the Carolina Panthers (American football). Estimated worth: £9.7 billion. | Getty Images Photo: Jacob Kupferman
16. HASSO PLATTNER AND FAMILY
Hasso Plattner and family owns the San Jose Sharks (ice hockey). Estimated worth: £10 billion. | Getty Images Photo: Michele Tantussi