Newcastle United fans are increasing the frequency of protests against Mike Ashley.

Fans were hopeful that a deal to sell the club would be done by now, as promised by Ashley.

But there is no news, with the club barely making any moves in the January transfer window.

And now supporters, who are being led by the Magpie Group, will be protesting at games against the despised owner.

Protests may include a sit-in when the team plays Manchester City on January 29, along with a "Stand Up Against Ashley" protest against Huddersfield Town a month later.

The Magpie Group's statement read: "It appears at present as if Ashley is actually removing funds from the club rather than making any sort of investment.

"Where's the money gone?

"We are faced with the prospect of no takeover and little, if any, investment in a team which is in grave danger of our third relegation in twelve years under Ashley.

"It is all but inevitable that Rafa will walk at the end of the season if not before.

"Members of The Magpie Group met on 10 January to consider the action to be taken if there is no evidence of a takeover taking place by the end of the month.

"In the light of the above it was agreed that the primary aim of the Group has to be regime change."