Jeff Bezos could add to the swelling ranks of American billionaires in English soccer
America’s billionaires are looking for sports investments overseas, and English football is increasingly one of their favorite targets. The latest American mogul to look across the Atlantic could be Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, who is worth about $243 billion and is the world’s fourth-richest person, according to Forbes.
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Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, might buy a small share of Liverpool Football Club. He is worth about $243 billion and is the fourth richest person in the world. Liverpool’s owners, Fenway Sports Group, said a group led by Amit Bhatia asked to buy a minority stake, which is a small share that does not give full control. This shows more American billionaires are investing in English soccer.
Why it matters
It matters because it shows how wealthy people from the US are looking at foreign sports clubs for investment, which can affect club finances and fan experience.
- Who is Jeff Bezos?
- He is the founder of Amazon and one of the richest people in the world.
- What is a minority stake?
- It is a small share of a company that does not give the buyer full control.
- Which club is involved?
- Liverpool Football Club.
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