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Takeover talk starts to fade at Newcastle with Ashley preparing to stay for 13th season

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Getty Images | With reports of a potential new owner at Newcastle anything seemed possible for the fans – like signing French superstar Kylian Mpappé - but they have since come back down to earth.

Sports Direct signs taken down at St James’ Park will be replaced with new Sports Direct signs in preparation for new season.

Club hopeful that Benitez will sign new contract as current deal nears end despite uncertainty over buyout.

10 June 2019 - 7:03 AM

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