Newcastle owner Mike Ashley is beefing up his personal security in the wake of the backlash from Newcastle fans following Kevin Keegan's resignation.

Former SAS men and Gurkhas are being lined up to safeguard both him and his home.

Meanwhile, the Keegan issues may well be tested in court, with Newcastle apparently determined to get the £2 million they claim Keegan's contract says he must pay in the event of his resignation, and Keegan considering a case for constructive dismissal.

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