Russian Billionaire Reportedly Considering Launching Bid to Purchase Newcastle United

?Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov is reportedly weighing up the option of buying Newcastle United, after news broke on Monday of Mike Ashley's desire to sell the Magpies. Wednesday morning saw reports emerge that Turkish foods company Yilmaz Holding - initial front-runner to buy the club - had distanced themselves from any possibility of purchasing the Magpies. However, hope is not lost for the Toon Army, according to the Sunderland Echo. Russian billionaire Prokhorov is reported to be...

Source: 90min.com