Leeds United’s multi-investor model looks to be paying dividends as reports emerge of a fresh cash injection ahead of a crucial transfer window. Chairman Paraag Marathe has already described it as the most important summer at Elland Road in decades, and as preparations continue for a busy few months of recruitment, the transfer coffers appear to have been boosted.
The Athletic reported on Monday evening that Leeds will issue around £120million worth of new shares in the club, to be bought up by current investors willing to increase their financial involvement. Elland Road chiefs are said to have reached out in the aftermath of promotion and the target has now been reached.
49ers Enterprises hold the power in West Yorkshire but a growing number of well-known athletes, actors and political figures also have money in the club - with some set to stump up more cash. And with that in mind, the YEP has taken a look at the reported net worth of every known investor.
14. Jordan Spieth
The former number one has a reported net worth of $120 million (£95.2 million) | Getty Images
15. Will Ferrell
Another high-profile Leeds United investor, Hollywood actor Ferrell has an estimated net worth of around $160 million (£127.5 million) | Getty Images
16. Russell Westbrook
The NBA star, currently at the LA Clippers, is worth $375 million (£297.8 million) | Getty Images
17. Michael Schwimer
The retired MLB relief pitcher turned business owner is the founder and CEO of Big League Advantage, a $400 million (£317.7 million) investment fund | Getty Images
18. 49ers Enterprises
The combined net worth of 49ers Enterprises and those involved in it is $7.21 billion (£5.72 billion) | Getty Images