‘Ticks a lot of boxes’ – Exclusive: Finance experts shares Leeds chances of outside investment
MOT Leeds News conducted an exclusive interview with Football Finance expert Kieran Maguire, getting his views on the biggest talking points at Leeds United – listen to the Price of Football podcast here.
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Football Finance expert Kieran Maguire has claimed that Leeds United “ticks a lot of boxes” for outside investors after their promotion to the Premier League.
Andrea Radrizzani currently owns the Whites but has welcomed outside investment from the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL.
The Italian admitted that he believes Leeds could be worth up to £1billion if they establish themselves as a successful Premier League side.
Maguire believes that others could be interested as Leeds tick a lot of boxes, before going on to explain how attractive the club are.
Speaking exclusively to MOT Leeds News, Maguire said, “It ticks a lot of boxes, (global fan base, history and heritage, single city club, close to the airport and good transport links etc) and there are many investors looking still to be involved in the Premier League because of its universal appeal.”
The one long-standing rumour surrounding investment at Leeds is QSI. The Paris-Saint Germain owners have been linked with a takeover, but that appears to be more unlikely by the day.
It is more likely that the 49ers increase their stake in the club. The New York Times has reported that they are in talks to upgrade their 10% stake at Elland Road.
Leeds board member and 49ers executive Paraag Marathe admitted that an increased stake is something they well and truly want.
That would bring great continuity at Elland Road, and Radrizzani will be keen to keep his close relationships going into the Premier League – no matter how attractive a prospect Leeds are for others.
In other Leeds United news, Darren Gough has claimed that the Whites would be taking a big gamble by starting this Bielsa favourite in the Premier League