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Lee Ryder

Newcastle United owners' stadium plans include exploring expansion of St James' Park

Newcastle United Chief Executive Officer Darren Eales will hold talks with the owners and Newcastle City Council on the potential of expanding the current stadium.

The Saudi-backed owners have no intention to move ground and follow the likes of Everton and Man City to a new venue. But with fans clambering for tickets on a match day - a far cry from when previous owner Mike Ashley had to give 10,000 season tickets away - Eales knows it is difficult for supporters to get in.

United's new CEO revealed yesterday that the club will consult with fans over the possibility of a commercial sponsor coming to St James' Park.

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