If the appointment of Joe Kinnear is anything to go by, strange goings on are a normal part of life at Newcastle United.

In that context, the strong rumours linking World Wrestling Entertainment chief executive Vince McMahon with a takover of the Magpies may only raise the odd eyebrow on Tyneside.

According to Winner Sports, the former wrestler turned businessman who is valued at over £1 billion is interested in adding Newcastle to his portfolio.

Talks are rumoured to be at an early stage with a formal bid yet to be made.

Current Toon owner Mike Ashley has long been linked with moves to sell the club.