British press reports stated that the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will seek to pump a huge budget to support the ranks of the Newcastle United team, after completing the acquisition of the club by the Saudi Investment Fund.

Despite international condemnation campaigns against the deal because of the deteriorating human rights file in Saudi Arabia and the case of the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and piracy of the "B out Q" channel that was broadcast from Saudi Arabia, the kingdom's purchase of 80% of Newcastle club shares may be made for $ 375 million.

The "Goal" website quoted statements by the former England national team, John Barnes, who wore the Newcastle shirt for two seasons before his retirement, in which he warned the fans against waiting for a quick boom for the team, despite his expectation that Saudi Arabia will allocate a huge budget to include the best players in the club.

Whatever the issues raised about Saudi Arabia outside the field, Barnes believes that Newcastle will not immediately become on par with Manchester City when it attracts some stars, because success takes time.

Barnes pointed out that the funds alone are not enough to include the most prominent stars in the world, excluding the inclusion of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi or Mbabi, but he expected major deals that Newcastle would not have dreamed of contracting had it not been for the Saudi money, saying, "They will spend more money, and they will attract players With the high salaries they will pay, which is like any club. "

According to press reports, Mohamed bin Salman is personally excited to include Real Madrid star Gareth Bale, who may be one of the new deals that Newcastle will seek to conclude, given the tense relationship between the player and his club and his desire to return to the English Premier League, especially since his huge salary may not be able for many clubs You pay.