The Irish Times

Mike Ashley: From Newcastle hero to hate figure in 14 eventful years

Owner initially embraced before manager clashes, relegations and transfer policy

Thu Oct 07 2021 - 18:52

Rangers shareholders put their faith in new director Dave King

Scottish businessman promises to plot a brighter future for club’s long-suffering fans

Fri Mar 06 2015 - 23:00

Rangers shareholders vote to remove Derek Llambias and Barry Leach

Dave King, Paul Murray and John Gilligan to take over after receiving neary 86% of vote

Fri Mar 06 2015 - 16:29

Rangers agree €13million loan deal with Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct company

Loan is not secured against Ibrox, but rather against the club’s other holdings

Tue Jan 27 2015 - 10:32

Rangers majority shareholder Dave King seeks to remove club board

Businessman is seeking to oust Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley and his allies

Fri Jan 16 2015 - 20:24

US financier launches Rangers takeover bid

Approach from Robert Sarver may or may not lead to an offer, says Glasgow club

Tue Jan 06 2015 - 01:00

Rangers to discuss Mike Ashley issue with Scottish FA after stormy AGM

Ally McCoist placed on gardening leave by club

Mon Dec 22 2014 - 23:03

Ally McCoist to take charge of Rangers for Livingston game

McCoist has handed in his resignation but is yet to resolve stand-off with Ibrox board

Wed Dec 17 2014 - 20:12

Rangers’ boardroom troubles exacerbated by McCoist divorce

Scottish FA issue notice of complaint against shareholder Mike Ashley and the club

Mon Dec 15 2014 - 20:11

Ally McCoist ‘focused’ on winning promotion with Rangers

Light Blues boss defiant despite defeat and reports he tendered his resignation before game

Fri Dec 12 2014 - 22:53

Joe Kinnear resigns from Newcastle role

Director of football leaves without making a single permanent signing

Tue Feb 04 2014 - 09:56

Old plans for Newcastle United fail to come to fruition

Economic meltdown reflected in club and it’s hosting area of north-east England

Sat Aug 24 2013 - 01:00

Llambias resigns post at Newcastle

His decision comes just one day after the club confirmed Joe Kinnear as director of football

Wed Jun 19 2013 - 10:47

Confirmation of Joe Kinnear appointment angers Newcastle fans

Ratification comes against backdrop of enduring public silence from boss Alan Pardew

Tue Jun 18 2013 - 10:03