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Article: Are United on road to success? NEWCASTLE UNITED - ONE YEAR AFTER TAKEOVER Anniversary for owner with common touch.(News)
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- The Journal (Newcastle, England)
- Article date:
- May 24, 2008
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Byline: Dan Warburton
IT is exactly 12 months ago today that Mike Ashley forked out pounds 55.3m for Sir John Hall's stake in Newcastle United.
On May 24 2007, the billionaire sports tycoon began his takeover of the club - and was touted as the man who could bring success to the Magpies after years of underachievement under Sir John, his son Douglas and Freddie Shepherd. Billed as a reclusive businessman who would shy away from the media spotlight, the following 12 months revealed him to be anything but.
Making regular appearances amidst the fans ...