It’s been over three months now since the ODT process began regarding the Newcastle United takeover.
Ashley has already agreed a £300m deal to sell Newcastle, and a part payment has already been made, which is non-refundable.
In recent weeks, the likes of Gabriele Marcotti and The Athletic journalist Matt Slater has explained why the issue of piracy is the major stumbling block for the Saudi owners behind the takeover.
The Premier League chief executive, Richard Masters, hinted two weeks back that the Magpies takeover could be concluded shortly.