There is a very strange report from L’Equipe that Mike Ashley has turned down a deal of €400m from another Emirati group that had involvement from Peter Kenyon.
It does not appear that this group is connected to the Bin Zayed Group or their reported takeover.
Newcastle : Mike Ashley ne veut plus vendre, Bruno Genesio s'éloigne https://t.co/CImMGogXRo pic.twitter.com/LK3nageYEg
— L'ÉQUIPE (@lequipe) July 16, 2019
The report has comments attributed to Bruno Genesio’s agent saying that he was the choice of the group to become the manager if the takeover occurred.
This is what the L’Equipe report states that Genesio’s agent Pini Zahavi has stated:
“He was their candidate. We will find something else for Bruno.”
We have to wonder what is going on with the reports from France today and if they are just getting partial information. This could explain the report from Le Progres which stated that Genesio was due to be appointed.
The report also dubiously claims that Michael Chopra led a group in a failed takeover as well. This no doubt arises from his comments on talkSPORT this morning where Chopra claimed he put a Saudi group in touch with Lee Charnley about their interest in buying Newcastle.
Unfortunately, all of this seems to be just speculation based on unsubstantiated claims. Unless something else more substantial comes to light, all signs point to a Steve Bruce appointment.
127 comments so far
Lovem or Hatem
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:13 PM
Comment #1http://www.insidefutbol.com/2019/07/16/bruno-genesio-was-takeover-choice-super-agent-on-coach-as-mike-ashley-keeping-newcastle/429122/
This article says Ashley turned down a 400 million euro offer for the club.
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:15 PM
Comment #2Another takeover group?
Let’s ask Dubious Micky what is happening?
optimistic prime
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:15 PM
Comment #3So are we saying two separate buyers but still no sale?
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:18 PM
Comment #4Answer your comments for the last 3 months Dubious Micky!!!!!! FFS. You are a joke.
giimps
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:18 PM
Comment #5Looks like the slug is unwilling to part with his increasingly toxic golden goose
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:21 PM
Comment #6And Bam Bams
And Robleenio.
And Boor, Bore Boring Lesh.
And the most boring person of all Tsunki. A joker who is not funny.
geordietom
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:22 PM
Comment #7the clubs been sold i tell you its been sold …
😀 😀 😀 :D:D
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:23 PM
Comment #8Repost that stuff for me Tsunki. I don’t knowhow to do it.
Our Toon
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:28 PM
Comment #9Massively underwhelmed if Bruce is to be the new manager, I’m a little confused aswell though by the vitriol against him on here. Yes Rafa didn’t stay but he decided that, as transfer sage rightly stated a few posts back……rafa highlighted why he wouldn’t stay and then went to china which completely contradicts the very reason why he didn’t stay here.
I said from the beginning that I’ll support bruce, heck if I could support pardew and McClaren, Carver, Kinnear etc then I wont be shooting bruce before a balls been kicked. More than anything all this nonsense plays right into Ashley’s hands, he couldn’t careless what our opinions are, chaos and disruption is what he likes and he gets it everyday on here.
I dont like the appointment if made but I also think all this anger and hatred toward Bruce is not like us as fans, it wont happen but hypothetically speaking……if Bruce does a very good job, if he gets us into the top 10 or even keeps us up for example will all those who are wanting to hang him going to keep the nonsense going or will they suddenly jump on the bandwagon of supporting him?
Direct your anger at Ashley and only ashley, bruce like countless others is a shield for Ashley to hide behind. #boycott the whole season
#support the team from a far
Toonboi4EVA
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:32 PM
Comment #10I see the annoying mackem’s back!
fog on the tyne
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:32 PM
Comment #11Tony you sir are a first class tosspot. Why dont you do us all a favour and go shag ya nanna. If you have nothing to add constructively just do one. Is there not some second rate mls blog you can jump on and bore the tits off? Your boring, just because people on here have shared what they have heard, myself included, and it hasnt came to fruition, doesnt mean it was all made up. You are a tit
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:32 PM
Comment #12Geordie Tom. I don’t like to correct people but….
bettyswallocks
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:33 PM
Comment #13Surprise surprise Asslee has decided to stay put and bring in his own choice of manager, He of the nose like a blind cobblers thumb.
The would be purchasers must have thought they were close to owning a great football club until our delightful owner yet again couldn’t bear the thought of relinquishing ownership.
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:34 PM
Comment #14Explain Fog?
Swlabr
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:35 PM
Comment #15Balooney….why won’t you stay gone!!
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:36 PM
Comment #16I am not a Mackem.
Chopra played for Sunderland.
RobLeenio
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:36 PM
Comment #17Only joke round here is the guy who named himself after a sausage.
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:38 PM
Comment #18Because I love you Swlabr.
Toonboi4EVA
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:38 PM
Comment #19Sod Ashlie
Sod Charnlie
Sod Bruclie
The 3.fking stooges!
We are fk’ed!
fog on the tyne
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:39 PM
Comment #20Rob
Hig five mate, i’m on the floor. Missus staring at me. Brilliant
Toonboi4EVA
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:40 PM
Comment #21It knows its name, clearly
Bambams
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:41 PM
Comment #22Tony Baloney
It’s a shame fella, most on here support the club and I for one really hoped it was going to go through this time.
I do get told quite a bit, again if I am told anything and it’s safe to do so – I will share it.
The club is a mess at the minute, maybe that light at the end of the tunnel is starting to fade.
Like I have said on numerous times, believe or disbelieve – it matters not to me.
🙂
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:41 PM
Comment #23Robleenio: you probably back the fake London march. Stupidest thing I have ever heard of.
welshgeordie9
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:41 PM
Comment #24Why are things taking ages.
fog on the tyne
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:41 PM
Comment #25Tony if you dont understand what i’ve just stated then you, just like your president, is worthless engaging with. For all our sanity, just do one
Toonces
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:42 PM
Comment #26Our Toon (and Sage)
Basically Rafa didn’t re-up with us because he realized he can’t trust Ashley. What in him going to China contradicts that?
I bet if Ashley would have presented a proper plan and commit to it, Rafa would have signed up – something like:
“There is a 50M investment budget for 2019/20 plus what is raised from player sales. 50% of the budget can go to transfers, the other 50% into the facilities fund for training and academy improvements. You can buy Rondon even though I don’t like his age but the rest needs to be on under 26 players. Same plan for 2020/2021. Finish as high up the table as you can.”
That plan would probably also have got us a Viera or Arteta or any proper respectable manager – established or up and coming.
But this isn’t how Ashley looks at Newcastle.
So knowing that why should Rafa stay at Ashley United and why the bitter comments about China? Not like his career will be over in 3 years time. Bet you he will be back in Europe and he will have earned enough to set his family up for generations.
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:43 PM
Comment #27Bam bams; I have supported NUFC for more than 40 years but have never seen as much shyte as I have seen on here.
You all support Dubious Micky and spout rubbish. You as well. ITK. Shyte.
oldarse
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:44 PM
Comment #28president the low life comes from Dinnington that right Eric
jane
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:44 PM
Comment #29welshgeordie9 do you mean Steve Bruce appointment to be announced or your pizza delivered?
Jib
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:45 PM
Comment #30https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Newcastle-mike-ashley-ne-veut-plus-vendre-bruno-genesio-s-eloigne/1040684
welshgeordie9
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:45 PM
Comment #31Both
Lol
Binney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:46 PM
Comment #32Tony you are a pathetic, keyboard warrying bellend. Take a hike you son
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:46 PM
Comment #33Bam Bams: You have been proven that you talk rubbish. Just like Dubious Micky and Lesh and Tsunki.
Tramp
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:46 PM
Comment #34Boycott NUFC.
Attend a game and prove your life is meaningless.
You could spend that time with friends, family, fellow fans away from the ground, anybody you love, other fans, your dog, cat…
Listen, you will spend a VERY short amount of time on this rock that we call Earth, aimlessly floating through space. Make a choice. Think about what matters in your life, what truly matters, what brings you joy, happiness, what makes you proud… Spend your small amount of time on these things… Newcastle United is DEAD.
BoycottNUFC.
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:48 PM
Comment #35Binney: tell me I am saying is wrong?
What did Dubious Micky ever say that turned out to be true? FFS?
geordietom
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:48 PM
Comment #36not getting embroiled in any arguments …
got enough on me own plate at the moment . and having the SHIT of a owner makes things worse …
geordietom
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:50 PM
Comment #37is it bruce or bruno . whats the smart money saying ?…
Tony Baloney
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:51 PM
Comment #38Oldarse. I am not fro Dinnington. Why do you care?
oldarse
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:53 PM
Comment #39It’s your Dinnington name ( Dinnington DICK )
welshgeordie9
Jul 16, 2019 at 7:53 PM
Comment #40Tony
You grumpy today