Wigan owner Dave Whelan has seen some very interesting comments make their way into print, specifically his very weighted opinions on Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley and what he’s done the once very proud Northeast Premiership club.

Via Soccernet 

“When I first went there just after Mike Ashley had bought it he turned up in the boardroom in a pair of jeans, a pair of trainers and a replica shirt,” Whelan said.

“Immediately he did that, the club’s gone.

“You don’t do things like that in football. He’s got no class whatsoever.

“He’s representing Newcastle United who were such a proud club.

“I immediately knew the supporters may want to have a pint with him on the terraces but basically he was not Newcastle through and through. The Newcastle fans know that.

“You can’t get a Tottenham fan buying Newcastle and letting people thinks he supports them.

“It’s not right, there’s no pride left in the club.

“I think he’s got what he deserved. You don’t go into a football club as big and proud as that and lower the standards.”

Could this also have to do with Ashley’s Sports Direct being in direct competition with JJB Sports, Whelan’s former company sold in 2007?

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