Michael B. Jordan becomes co-owner of AFC Bournemouth in the English Premier League – NBC New York
Michael B. Jordan is now a cherry.
Bill Foley, owner of the NHL’s Las Vegas Knights, has completed a takeover of English Premier League side AFC Bournemouth, the club confirmed on Tuesday, with Jordan among the minority owners.
Former owner Maxim Denim has sold his 100% stake in the club, which has been brewing since mid-September.
Jordan, an award-winning actor, director and producer, is also joined by Nullah Sarker of The Players’ Tribune and Davis Cup as a minority owner.
This is Jordan’s first time owning a professional sport, and he and Sarker will work with Foley in the global marketing and internationalization of the club following the Cherries’ promotion to England’s top league last season. .
“I have tremendous respect for the passion and support the Bournemouth community shows for this club and believe that the connection to the community is the foundation of any sports team’s success,” Foley said in a statement. statement.
“Without the belief and financial support of Maxim and his family, AFC Bournemouth might well have ceased to exist,” Foley added. “Maxim’s support and involvement have enabled the club to establish itself as a top-flight team. We would like to thank him for his cooperation throughout the process and praise his hard work as the owner of the club. We wish him the best of luck as he concentrates on his other business pursuits..”
Bournemouth are currently in 14th place in the EPL table with a wins, draws and losses record of 4-4-7. Gary O’Neil is currently the manager after replacing Scott Parker, who was sacked after losing to Liverpool 9-0 on August 27.
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