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Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has been mooted as the next chairman of the Premier League, according to reports.

Newcastle United fan Blair, 65, is seen as having the right profile and charisma to lead the mega-rich 20-club league.

He left office in 2007 after 10 years at No10 Downing Street.

The Daily Mail report that other candidates include BT chief Gavin Patterson and Sky Sports boss Barney Francis - however appointing them mat alienate other rights holders.

Former PM Blair makes no secret of his love for Newcastle and has spoken of watching the Toon just after the Jackie Milburn era.

He even declared his favourite 50th birthday gift was a number 9 shirt signed by Alan Shearer.

In 2014 The Mirror reported how Blair's son Nicky was trying to make his fortune as a football agent.