Simon Jordan has insisted that the potential new Premier League rule has nothing to do with Newcastle United. However, in a twist, he presents an argument that actually supports the idea that the rule is indeed related to Newcastle.
Jordan, with his penchant for contrarian views on TalkSPORT, may just be playing the game of stirring the pot for radio entertainment, or perhaps he simply enjoys being provocative.
The recent news reveals that the Premier League owners will vote on November 21 to prevent clubs with the same owners from loaning players between their owned clubs. This development coincides with reports of Newcastle’s interest in loaning Ruben Neves from PIF-backed Al-Hilal to compensate for the loss of Sandro Tonali. Interestingly, while other clubs like Manchester City and Brighton have been engaging in such practices without repercussions, it seems to become an issue when Newcastle, considered a “big six threat,” wants to follow suit.
Despite strong indications linking the rule change to Newcastle, Jordan contends that it’s a response to the rise of the Saudi Pro League. According to his argument, the move aims to prevent clubs from benefiting from players dumped into the Saudi league to bypass Financial Fair Play (FFP). However, the flaw in his reasoning is apparent—Newcastle is the only Premier League club with the same owners as teams in the Saudi League.
“I don’t think it’s anything to do with #NUFC!”
“It’s to do with the rise of Saudi!” 🇸🇦
Simon Jordan argues why a potential ban on player loans between clubs under the same ownership is NOT an attack on Newcastle. ❌ pic.twitter.com/p29MWbxdS4
— talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) November 9, 2023
This supposed “reaction to Saudi” only directly impacts Newcastle United, raising questions about how it could not be about Newcastle.
While Simon Jordan is usually credited for presenting coherent arguments, this one leaves many scratching their heads, including his co-host Jim White. It’s a perplexing situation that might require a lie-down to fully process.