A proposed £300m Newcastle takeover deal is 80% financed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment FundThe Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has written to major sports bodies acknowledging it has a "responsibility" to help fight broadcasting piracy. It has been accused of illegally broadcasting a range of professional sport in the Middle East, including Premier League action. He added that Saudi Arabia is aiming to be a "true partner of sport around the world" that "abides by the ethics and morals Fifa believes in so deeply." In April the government indicated it would not intervene, saying it was a matter for the Premier League. Saudi Arabia has always denied aiding the beoutQ operation and insists there is no link between its government and the alleged piracy.

Source: BBC June 21, 2020 16:52 UTC