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Ashley puts Newcastle up for sale

Ashley, who also owns retailer Sports Direct, has endured a fractious relationship with the club's supporters since taking over in 2007

Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is ready to end his controversial reign after putting the Premier League club up for sale on Monday.

Ashley has been a polarising figure at Newcastle since taking over at St James' Park in 2007 and the sports retail tycoon has decided now is the time to step down.

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