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Rangers agree £10m loan deal with Mike Ashley's Sports Direct
Rangers agree a £10m loan deal with Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley, the club confirms to the Stock Exchange.Jan 27, 07:23
Rangers 'won't use Ibrox as security against Mike Ashley loans'
Rangers reportedly rule out using Ibrox as security against any further loans from Sports Direct, which is run by Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley.Jan 23, 18:09
Sandy Easdale increases shareholding in Rangers by one million
Sandy Easdale buys another one million shares in Rangers as the power struggle at the Scottish club continues.Jan 20, 07:29
Rangers fans call for "mass demonstration" against Mike Ashley's Ibrox plans
Rangers fans call on their fellow supporters to join them in staging a "mass demonstration" at Ibrox against Mike Ashley's plans to take out security on the stadium.Jan 15, 17:11
Mike Ashley 'seeks security over £10m Rangers loan'
Mike Ashley files documents outlining his intention to seek security on Rangers' stadium and training ground facilities.Jan 15, 12:45
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Peter Lovenkrands: 'Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is a great guy'
Peter Lovenkrands says that Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is a "great guy", after the businessman receives criticism from supporters.Jan 13, 03:20
Robert Sarver ends Rangers pursuit
American businessman Robert Sarver ends his pursuit of Rangers after failing with a fresh takeover bid.Jan 12, 12:34
Rangers reject Robert Sarver's increased £20m takeover bid
Rangers announce to the Stock Exchange that they have rejected Robert Sarver's increased £20m offer for a majority stake in the club.Jan 12, 07:15
Alan Pardew reveals Mike Ashley text after Crystal Palace win
Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew reveals that Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley was the first person to text him congratulations after the Eagles beat Tottenham.Jan 10, 20:27
John Carver: 'I want Newcastle United job'
Newcastle United caretaker manager John Carver reiterates that he wants the job on a full-time basis following their loss against Premier League leaders Chelsea.Jan 10, 18:09
Newcastle United 'will not rush managerial appointment'
A report claims that Newcastle United are prepared to bide their time before naming a new manager following Alan Pardew's departure last week.Jan 8, 12:58
Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver makes fresh Rangers proposal
Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver makes a fresh £20m proposal to the Rangers board for a majority shareholding in the club.Jan 8, 07:39
Newcastle United to target Frank de Boer in the summer?
Newcastle United could look to make a summer move to bring in current Ajax coach Frank de Boer as their new manager, according to a report in the press.Jan 7, 22:02
Rangers reject £18m takeover bid from Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver
Rangers reject an £18m takeover bid from Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver.Jan 6, 07:16
Rangers confirm takeover approach from Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver
Rangers confirm that they have been approached by Phoenix Suns majority owner Robert Sarver regarding a possible takeover.Jan 5, 07:25
Newcastle United 'won't rush appointment of Alan Pardew successor'
Newcastle United are reportedly in no rush to appoint Alan Pardew's successor, but are expected to hold talks with potential candidates next week.Jan 5, 06:23
John Carver: 'I will pick my strongest team'
Newcastle United caretaker boss John Carver is adamant that he will play his strongest possible starting lineup against Leicester City in the FA Cup.Jan 3, 03:51
Report: John Carver a contender for permanent Newcastle United job
Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is believed to be considering caretaker manager and long-running assistant John Carver as a permanent replacement for Alan Pardew.Dec 31, 09:59
Tony Pulis, Steve Bruce, Tim Sherwood 'not in Newcastle United frame'
Newcastle are not believed to be considering any of Tony Pulis, Steve Bruce or Tim Sherwood as contenders to replace Crystal Palace-bound Alan Pardew as their manager.Dec 31, 09:31
Steve McClaren plays down Newcastle United reports
Derby County head coach Steve McClaren plays down reports linking him with a move to Newcastle United.Dec 31, 02:40
Mike Ashley 'begins search for new manager'
Newcastle owner Mike Ashley begins his search for a new manager due to the imminent departure of Alan Pardew.Dec 30, 20:04
Fabricio Coloccini turns down Newcastle United job?
Fabricio Coloccini tells Newcastle United that he does not want to become manager of the club if Alan Pardew leaves, according to a report.Dec 30, 11:27
Joey Barton: 'Mike Ashley will want to control new Newcastle United manager'
Joey Barton believes that Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley will appoint a new manager whom he can "control" after giving Alan Pardew permission to speak to Palace.Dec 30, 08:17
Alan Pardew 'to sign four-year contract with Crystal Palace'
Alan Pardew will reportedly sign a four-year contract to become Crystal Palace's new manager after being given permission by Newcastle United to speak to the club.Dec 30, 06:11
Fabricio Coloccini to replace Alan Pardew?
Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is considering naming Argentine defender Fabricio Coloccini as Alan Pardew's replacement, according to reports.Dec 30, 02:39
Report: Alan Pardew interested in Crystal Palace job
A report suggests that Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew is eyeing the vacant post at Crystal Palace following Neil Warnock's dismissal.Dec 29, 02:47
Rangers "disappointed" by SFA decision to deny increased Mike Ashley stake
Rangers express their disappointment at the SFA's decision to deny Mike Ashley permission to increase his stake in the club.Dec 24, 19:24
Mike Ashley refused increased Rangers stake
The SFA rejects Mike Ashley's attempt to increase his stake in Rangers.Dec 24, 13:16
Mike Ashley, Rangers charged by Scottish Football Association
Rangers and shareholder Mike Ashley are charged by the SFA over a breach of rules relating to dual ownership.Dec 15, 17:26
Labour leader Ed Miliband to criticise Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley in speech
Labour leader Ed Miloiband will criticise the practices of Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley when he makes a speech attacking zero-hour contracts.Nov 15, 07:26
Mike Ashley increases Rangers loan by £1m
Mike Ashley increases his initial £2m loan to Rangers by a further £1m following "lower than expected" attendances at Ibrox.Nov 12, 08:33
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew thanks Mike Ashley for support
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew says that the support of owner Mike Ashley has been a factor in his side's revival.Nov 10, 10:18
Derek Llambias appointed to Rangers board as non-executive director
Former Newcastle United managing director Derek Llambias is appointed to the Rangers board.Nov 3, 08:23
David Somers appointed as Rangers executive chairman
David Somers becomes Rangers' executive chairman, where he will oversee the appointment of a new chief executive.Oct 30, 07:39
Rangers fans slam Mike Ashley developments
A Rangers supporters group launches a scathing attack on the club after it accepts a £2m loan from Mike Ashley.Oct 28, 16:51
Rangers boss Ally McCoist: 'My job is safe'
Rangers manager Ally McCoist reveals that his job is safe, despite the increasing influence at the club of Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley.Oct 28, 10:59
Derek Llambias to take reins at Rangers?
Former Newcastle United managing director Derek Llambias is close to taking up a role at Rangers, according to a report.Oct 27, 11:58
Graham Wallace resigns as Rangers CEO, club accept Mike Ashley's £2m loan
Graham Wallace resigns as Rangers chief executive after the Scottish club accept a £2m emergency loan from Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley.Oct 27, 07:12
Rangers manager Ally McCoist hopeful of Mike Ashley funding
Ally McCoist reiterates the importance of Rangers receiving further backing off the field, following reports that Mike Ashley could invest in the club.Oct 25, 18:16
Alan Pardew: 'Mike Ashley joined post-match celebrations'
Alan Pardew reveals how Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley joined in the post-match celebrations with the players after beating Leicester 1-0 on Saturday.Oct 19, 22:30
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