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Nick De Marco when commenting on (and drinking to!) Newcastle United takeover deal completion

It was September 2020 when Nick De Marco became a name generally known to Newcastle United fans. It was after Mike Ashley had released a statement on Wednesday 9 September...You can click here to read the full article.

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 9:37 PM
Nick De Marco when commenting on (and drinking to!) Newcastle United takeover deal completion
Key Things to Know
  • Nick De Marco celebrated the completed Newcastle United takeover with Black Velvet cocktails and supportive public comments.
  • De Marco stated the hard-fought dispute resulted in the best outcome for both Newcastle United and the Premier League.
  • Mike Ashley hired legal counsel from Blackstone Chambers in September 2020 to challenge the Premier League over the takeover.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sports lawyer Nick De Marco celebrated the completed Newcastle United takeover by drinking Black Velvet cocktails and sharing his thoughts publicly on social media. De Marco expressed his delight for the club and its supporters, stating that he hoped the resolution marked the beginning of a wonderful new era while helping cement the Premier League's reputation as the most competitive in the world.

De Marco and Shaheed Fatima had been engaged by Mike Ashley and Blackstone Chambers in September 2020 to challenge the Premier League's handling of the takeover bid involving PCP Capital Partners, the Reuben Brothers, and the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia.

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