Newcastle, Rangers FC part of police raid

Police have raided three Premiership football clubs in connection with a corruption inquiry. St James’ Park, home of Newcastle United is one of the locations targeted. A spokesperson for Rangers FC said Rangers were asked to co-operate with the London police investigation.

Search warrants were executed at the club’s premises, 2 other clubs and two private homes early this morning.

"We can confirm that search warrants were served at three football clubs and the homes of two individuals in connection with corruption in football” -Police

City of London Police conducted the raid operations which they claim were 'totally independent' of Lord Stevens' ongoing Quest inquiry into the Premier League transfer dealings.