'You have a big say in this': Jamal Khashoggi's fiancee writes letter to Newcastle United fans

Financier Amanda Staveley, backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and property investors David and Simon Reuben, has agreed a £300million deal for the club.

Amnesty International have objected to the deal, which has is with the Premier League for approval, because of Saudi Arabia’s record on human rights.

“I write to you at a crucial time in the history of your famous club,” said Hatice Cengiz, whose fiancee was killed inside Saudi Arabia's consulate in Turkey in 2018.

“Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the absolute ruler of Saudi Arabia, is aiming to take over your club by offering a huge sum of money.

“I know that many of you are tempted by his offer to get out of the dire situation that has crippled your club for so many years. But the Crown Prince is accused of ordering Jamal’s murder.

“My plea to you is to think whether accepting (the) offer is really the right way out of the despair for your club.

“Please consider where this takeover could leave you in the months and years ahead. As I’m sure we can all agree, that should not be the legacy and destiny of Newcastle.

“You as the loyal fans do have a big say in this. I implore you all to unite to protect your beloved club and city.

“They are making this move not to help you and not with your best interests in mind, but solely to serve themselves. Their hearts will not genuinely be in the club that means everything to you.

“I urge you to send this message loud and clear to the Premier League, to your club’s management, to your city’s leaders, and to the world.

“We should not let the beautiful game of football be shamed by those who are not passionate for it, and who only seek to use it to hide their shocking deeds.

“Now is the moment to stand tall together for the game, your club, your city and your country in order to slam shut the door on this offensive deal.”