PIF are hoping that Paul Mitchell can help take Newcastle United to the top. He was appointed as the new Newcastle United sporting director in the summer, replacing Dan Ashworth following his move to Manchester United. Toon officials conducted a lengthy search to identify his successor, with Dougie Freedman initially looking set for the job at St James’ Park. However, Crystal Palace were able to keep hold of their recruitment guru, with Freedman rejecting Newcastle’s offer. Newcastle then went back to the drawing board, before announcing the arrival of Paul Mitchell. He arrived with a big repu…