Sports World: Newcastle sue EPL over failed Saudi bid
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Newcastle sue EPL over failed Saudi bid
LONDON • Newcastle have confirmed they are in a legal dispute with the Premier League over the failed takeover of the football club.
A consortium featuring the Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, PCP Capital Partners and the Reuben Brothers withdrew its £350 million (S$623 million) offer for Newcastle earlier this year following a long wait for the league's approval.
The club did not comment on the "substance of the arbitration", adding in their statement: "It is unclear when those proceedings will be resolved, given the approach of the EPL and its lawyers."
AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE
More cases linked to Korean football team
VIENNA • Two members of South Korea's national football team have tested positive for Covid-19, taking the tally to 10, the Korea Football Association said.
RB Leipzig striker Hwang Hee-chan and a staff tested positive following Tuesday's 2-1 friendly win over Qatar.
Six players and two staff had previously tested positive over the weekend before a 3-2 defeat by Mexico.
REUTERS
