Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z is reportedly interested in a takeover of Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report by The Express US. The report claims that Jay-Z is prepared to move quickly if he feels the price is right, and that he would be willing to spend up to $2 billion (£1.7 billion) on the club.
Tottenham’s current owner, Joe Lewis, is facing charges of insider trading and securities fraud in the United States. If Lewis is convicted, he could be forced to sell the club. This would create an opportunity for Jay-Z to make a bid for Spurs, who are currently valued at around $2.8 billion (£2.2 billion).
Jay-Z has a long-standing interest in football, and he has previously spoken about his desire to own a Premier League club. In 2019, he was linked with a takeover of Arsenal, but those talks ultimately broke down.
If Jay-Z is successful in his bid for Tottenham, it would be a major coup for the club. Jay-Z is one of the most successful and influential figures in the world, and his investment would be a huge boost for Spurs.
It remains to be seen whether Jay-Z will be able to pull off a takeover of Tottenham, but the possibility is certainly intriguing. If he is successful, it would be a major turning point in the club’s history.
Other potential buyers
In addition to Jay-Z, there are a number of other potential buyers who could be interested in Tottenham Hotspur. These include:
- MSP Sports Capital, a consortium led by Jahm Najafi
- QSI, a Qatari sovereign wealth fund
- The Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund
It is unclear who will ultimately make a bid for Tottenham, but the club is sure to be a hotly contested asset.
