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Club extends best wishes to Steve Harper following medical emergency
Newcastle United can confirm that the Premier League has rejected a takeover bid made by PCP Capital Partners, the Reuben Brothers and the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia (PIF) based on its Owners and Directors test.
The club is pleased to report that Steve is awake and recovering well in hospital.
Steve, his family and everyone at Newcastle United extends a heartfelt thank you to NHS staff for the incredible care he is receiving.
Steve is the longest-serving player in club history after spending 20 years as a goalkeeper at St. James' Park between 1993-2013.
After serving as a goalkeeper coach at Newcastle United's Academy and working with the first team, he was named full-time Academy director in 2021 and has continued to enhance the club's talent pathway.
Steve will be given the club's full support as he recovers.
Everyone connected with Newcastle United sends their best wishes to Steve and his family as he continues his recuperation.