The former coal baron announced his intention to sell Newcastle Jets, and media sauces claim he has held preliminary discussions with the Newcastle United owner.
Manchester City purchased a controlling tsake in Melbourne Heart earlier this year.
Speaking to Sky Sports Radio, Tinkler confirmed English Premier League and other European clubs have signalled their interest in purchasing the club: “We’re talking to a number of Premier League clubs and European soccer clubs about getting involved there and have been for a little while."