Howe going as spending rules bite - troubles for Newcastle's Saudi owners

BBC News Thursday 30 July 2026, 12:31 UTC 1 min read

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Newcastle United wanted to become one of the world's top clubs under their Saudi owners - but Eddie Howe's decision to leave is a sign of the troubles they are facing.

Howe (PERSON) Newcastle (LOCATION) Saudi (ORG) Newcastle United (LOCATION) Eddie Howe's (PERSON)

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