Newcastle's owners are reportedly providing the money to fund Saudi Arabia's attempts to convince Lionel Messi and Karim Benzema to join Cristiano Ronaldo in the country.
Ronaldo joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr after his acrimonious exit from Manchester United, though he was unable to help them to win the title. Now, bosses in the Middle Eastern state are said to be hoping to tempt other superstars to join their teams.
Their aim is to turn the Pro League into a destination for top footballing talent, with Ronaldo the first piece of the puzzle. And with Messi confirmed to be leaving PSG this summer, there are suggestions he will follow Ronaldo to Saudi Arabia.
