Clattenburg to referee in Premier League until end of season

World's best ref may have a low-key end to his career in England after accepting Saudi Arabia role

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Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg will continue to officiate at matches in England until the end of the season, when he joins the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, but is unlikely to take charge of any big games.

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