Former NUFC co-owner Amanda Staveley spotted at Tottenham to spark fresh takeover talk
Former Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley has once again found herself in the headlines — this time for being spotted at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, sparking further speculation about her growing interest in acquiring the North London club.
Staveley, who played a key role in orchestrating Newcastle United’s dramatic £305 million Saudi-backed takeover in 2021, was seen among the VIP guests at the NFL London game between the Cleveland Browns and Minnesota Vikings, held at Tottenham’s state-of-the-art 62,850-seater stadium. Her attendance comes amid ongoing reports that she is exploring the possibility of purchasing Tottenham Hotspur — or at least spearheading a consortium interested in doing so.
The 52-year-old businesswoman has been linked with a potential takeover bid for Spurs in recent months. According to The Telegraph, Staveley’s PCP International Finance consortium recently attempted, but failed, to acquire the club from current owner Joe Lewis. Despite the approach, Tottenham swiftly moved to dismiss the speculation, releasing a formal statement confirming that the club was “not for sale.”
In a statement issued by the club, Spurs said:
> “The Board of the Club and ENIC confirm that Tottenham Hotspur is not for sale and ENIC has no intention to accept any such offer to acquire its interest in the Club.”
The statement also revealed that the club had “received, and unequivocally rejected, separate preliminary expressions of interest” from two parties — one being PCP International Finance, fronted by Staveley, and another from a consortium of investors led by Dr. Roger Kennedy and Wing-Fai Ng through Firehawk Holdings Limited.
Despite Tottenham’s firm stance, Staveley’s appearance at the stadium has only intensified rumors that she remains keen on returning to Premier League ownership. Her track record at Newcastle, where she was instrumental in bringing the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) and the Reuben family on board, has cemented her reputation as one of the most influential figures in modern football investment circles.
Coincidentally, Staveley’s latest appearance comes on the fourth anniversary of that landmark Newcastle United takeover, completed on October 7, 2021. The consortium’s purchase of the club from Mike Ashley transformed Newcastle’s fortunes and ushered in a new era of financial power and ambition at St. James’ Park.
However, after nearly three years with the Magpies, Staveley officially departed Newcastle in the summer of 2024, following a decision by PIF and the Reuben family to buy out her stake in the club. Her exit marked the end of a passionate and, at times, challenging chapter in her football ownership career.
Speaking candidly on the High Performance Podcast last month, Staveley became visibly emotional as she reflected on her tenure in the North East. When host Jake Humphrey read out a heartfelt message from a Newcastle fan thanking her for her dedication and belief in the club, Staveley was reduced to tears. She described her time as co-owner as a “privilege”, saying that helping to rebuild Newcastle United and reconnect the club with its supporters had been one of the proudest achievements of her professional life.
Now, with Tottenham reportedly on her radar, Staveley could be preparing for her next major football venture. While Spurs’ hierarchy remains adamant that the club is not for sale, her continued interest suggests she believes opportunities could arise in the near future. For a woman who helped reshape the future of Newcastle United, a new challenge in North London might just be the next chapter in her football story.