Saudi Arabia Wants to Buy Another Top Football Club in Europe

The transcript discusses the Public Investment Fund's (PIF) acquisition of Newcastle United and the impact of Middle Eastern investments in football. It highlights UEFA's recent rule changes allowing clubs with the same ownership to compete in major leagues, which has influenced PIF's strategy. The transformation of Newcastle United and other clubs due to these investments is examined, along with the broader implications of sportswashing by Saudi Arabia. The transcript also covers Saudi Arabia's efforts to attract high-profile players like Ronaldo and Benzema, despite missing out on Messi.

Discuss the concept of 'sports washing' in relation to Saudi Arabia's investments in sports.

What players have been associated with the Saudi league, and what does this indicate about their investment strategy?