Sir John Hall - Mr Newcastle
Sir John spearheaded the Magpie Group and gave them the financial clout and leadership that was to start a roller coaster ride like never before.
Sir John Hall spent a small fortune in trying to gain control of the club, shares rose from £50 to £700 as both Hall and McKeag fought tooth and nail.
Metro Centre Developer
The club didn't look back from the moment he walked in to the club until he later retired and walked out, the club had gone from being on the edge of 3rd division football to end up playing in Europe.
Sir John was the man responsible for developing the Metro Centre, no doubt cursed by those who travel on the A1 during rush hour, most however see him as the man who was at the forefront of the re-emergence of both Newcastle the city and Newcastle the football club. Today, however, he no longer has any involvement with the football club after selling all of his shares to Mike Ashley for something in the region of £55 million, obscene. I think the least he could do would be to invest a large sum in some charity rather than pocketing this cash which he will probably never spend.
We don't know the direction in which the club is now headed but we would like to think that while this deal was being concluded questions were asked about what Mike Ashley wants both from and for the club, it would be nice to think that assurances were given as to our future, maybe Sir John could reveal what he was told about any future plans.
End of an Era for Sir John Hall, a look back at his time at the club, you need Realplayer. Use the back button to return here once you've finished.
Hall's Family Fortunes Sir John Hall and his family have pocketed a staggering £93million from their 17-year involvement with Newcastle United. .
Sir John Hall talks to Mick Lowes for almost 8 minutes, you need Realplayer.
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Sir John stays silent Toon tycoon Sir John Hall today refused to comment on speculation that he and his son will pull out of Newcastle United.
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Hedge fund plots Newcastle United swoop American hedge fund Polygon is working on secret plans to snap up Sir John Hall’s shareholding in Newcastle United.
Robson sacking was too late Sir John explains his feelings about the sacking of Sir Bobby Robson.
Toon's board is a family affair Toon tycoon Sir John Hall's daughter has been appointed to one of the top jobs in the corridors of power at Newcastle United.
Sir John cuts his ties with the Toon Today marked the end of an era for Newcastle United as Sir John Hall finally cuts his personal ties with the club.
Sir John's record is one to respect The tone of a BBC report into the supposed sale of all the assets of Cameron Hall was surprising.
Keegan 'forced' out Kevin Keegan insists he had "no option" but to resign as Newcastle manager five years ago after being offered a contract ultimatum.
Hall's tribute to fallen directors dismays fans A NEWCASTLE United fans' spokesman has reacted with dismay after Sir John Hall dedicated Sunday's FA Cup semi-final win to disgraced duo Douglas Hall and Freddy Shepherd.
