Ghana star Christian Atsu will soon be playing under a new owner as his Premier League club Newcastle United have been put up for sale.
Current owner Mark Ashley, who bought Atsu from Chelsea this season, has decided to sell the club amid pressure from fans.
The Magpies have been relegated twice from the English top flight during Ashley's 10-year reign.
After winning promotion last season, Rafael Benitez's side are ninth in the Premier League after eight matches.
"Newcastle United requires a clear direction and a path to a bright and successful future," a club statement said.
"To give the club the best possible opportunity of securing the positioning and investment necessary to take it to the next level, at what is an important time in its history, its present ownership has determined that it is in the best interests of Newcastle United and its fans for the club to be put up for sale."
Atsu joined the Magpies on loan last season and played a vital role in their qualification to the top flight.
His exploits in the championship prompted the Tyneside club to sign him on permanent and thus far Atsu has justified himself.
The former Porto winger has made five appearances this season, scoring a goal.