Amnesty says reports of the Saudi prince lobbying PM over the deal "illustrate that this was more than just a commercial transaction within the football world".

The 24-year-old Frenchman was motivated to give something back to “the real heroes” to lift the spirits of Newcastle NHS staff.

The Trust is asking supporters to pledge small amounts of money for a fund that aims to buy part of the club when it is sold by the current owner, Mike Ashley.