According to recent reports, Newcastle United’s recent trip to the Middle East is a ploy by the club to secure ‘huge’ sponsorship deals from the Gulf state.
In an effort to keep his squad fit and focused, Magpies manager Eddie Howe recently took the Toon to the Middle East for a friendly against Al-Hilal.
With a 5-0 win, the Magpies will now regain some momentum in the Premier League once it restarts on December 26.
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However, John Wenham has claimed that the Magpies’ recent trip to Saudi Arabia was about more than team preparation.
“It makes business sense, I’m sure it’s a business decision,” Wenham told Football Insider.
“They are trying to attract new fans by using colors that they are familiar with and identify with. There’s a swarm of fans out there.
“We know they’re trying to secure various sponsorships right now, big naming rights, a big jersey sponsor, maybe something for training camp.
“Going to Saudi Arabia on a Saudi Arabian plane in Saudi Arabian colors can only endear the club to anyone who is looking to invest.”
