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Thursday briefing: Leeds United set for full takeover by San Francisco 49ers investors

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10 November 2022 - 4:30 AM

Leeds United’s American shareholders, the investment vehicle 49ers Enterprises, are targeting a full takeover of the club after securing the necessary funds, according to The Times.

The firm, which is connected to the San Francisco 49ers NFL franchise, own 44 per cent of Leeds and have an option to buy out the majority shareholder, Andrea Radrizzani, in January 2024.

US banking sources said that there have been moves in recent weeks to secure investment for a full takeover

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