Star signings and sportswashing claims – Newcastle’s Saudi takeover one year on

What has changed on Gallowgate over the last 12 months.

Newcastle fans celebrate the takeover of their club on October 7 last year (Owen Humphreys/PA).

Newcastle’s new owners celebrate a year in charge at St James’ Park on Friday.

To the black and white faithful, who had willed someone, anyone to buy out Mike Ashley after years of watching the club drift, their presence is cause for hope and excitement, while, beyond Tyneside, there remains discomfort.