MIKE ASHLEY has called in lawyers after Joey Barton branded him a 'cretin' and an 'Ayatollah'.
Newcastle's top brass are furious with the former Toon player for insulting owner Ashley and chairman Derek Llambias during a QPR podcast.
Ashley is also angry loudmouth Barton is back in the headlines in the week football is mourning the tragic loss of Newcastle legend Gary Speed.
Llambias said: "In a week when one of Newcastle's most beloved footballers passed away, it is disappointing that Joey again makes the headlines.
"In this week of all weeks, we really do not wish to engage in a public war of words with him.
"Our legal advisors are dealing with it and we would encourage him to concentrate on QPR.
"Our thoughts and attentions remain firmly with the family and friends of Gary Speed."
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