Forbes has released its list of the World’s Most Valuable Sports Empires for 2024 and Leeds United fans will be delighted to see their new majority owners included in the ranks. Following the 49ers Enterprises takeover, the future is looking bright for the Whites, who are currently pushing for promotion back into the Premier League, as well as this season's Championship title.
With a net worth valuation of $7.21 billion (£5.69 billion), take a look below at where Leeds' owners rank in this 25-strong list compared to the likes of the City Football Group, Glazer Family and Fenway Sports Group. Look through the gallery below for more info.
13. Benson Family — $7.29 billion / £5.75 billion
New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans | Getty Images
14. Glazer Family — $8.02 billion / £6.33 billion
Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Manchester United | Getty Images
15. Shad Khan — $8.25 billion / £6.51 billion
Jacksonville Jaguars, All Elite Wrestling, Fulham FC | Getty Images
16. Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment — $8.47 billion / £6.68 billion
Toronto Raptors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto FC, Toronto Argonauts, Toronto Marlies | Getty Images
17. Paul G. Allen Trust — $9.06 billion / £7.15 billion
Seattle Seahawks, Portland Trail Blazers, Seattle Sounders | Getty Images
18. Yankee Global Enterprises — $9.07 billion / £7.16 billion
New York Yankees, Yankee Stadium Events, YES Network, New York City FC, AC Milan, A1 Padel, Staten Island FerryHawks | Getty Images