Newcastle chief Darren Eales, 52, steps down after being diagnosed with chronic form of blood cancer

NEWCASTLE CEO Darren Eales is set to step down from his role after being diagnosed with cancer.

Eales, 52, will continue to lead the club’s executive team until a successor is appointed.

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