Amanda Staveley Loses Court Battle Over Historic Debt
The High Court holds Staveley personally liable for nearly £3.5 million, rejecting her arguments and appeal intentions.
- Amanda Staveley, co-owner of Newcastle United, loses High Court battle against Greek shipping tycoon Victor Restis over a historic debt.
- Staveley is held personally liable for a nearly £3.5 million debt, significantly down from the initial claim of over £36 million after interest demands were dropped.
- The court rejected Staveley's arguments, including those claiming she was not personally liable and that the dispute should be settled through arbitration or was influenced by duress.
- Staveley intends to appeal the decision, continuing to dispute her personal liability for the debt.
- The case highlights complex legal and personal dynamics, including Staveley's claims of being intimidated and her medical condition, Huntington's disease.