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Half of Premier League teams now have American owners, with four of the 'Big Six' operated by billionaires from the United States.
The Glazer family bought Manchester United in 2005, making them the longest active American owners in the league. They were soon joined by George Gillet and Tom Hicks who bought Liverpool in 2006, although they then sold the club to fellow American John W. Henry.
Stan Kroenke became Arsenal owner in 2007, but recently there's been an influx of Americans into the Premier League with Todd Boehly recently purchasing Chelsea from long-term owner Roman Abramovich. Here, Mirror Football looks at their net worth and compares them.
Glazer family - Manchester United
In 2023, Forbes estimated the net worth of the Glazer family at $4.7 billion (£3.88bn) although that could rise if they sell United in the near future. The Glazers bought the club for £790 million in 2005, but have been criticised ever since for the debt they've created at United.
They're holding out for upwards of £5 billion, and Qatari billionaire Sheikh Jassim offered more than their asking price and even committed to clearing the club debt. However, he later withdrew his offer with the Glazers reportedly dragging out negotiations.
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The Glazers are yet to sell despite welcoming offers for Man United (AFP via Getty Images)Stan Kroenke - Arsenal
Kroenke is an owner of multiple sports teams, with his biggest asset being NFL franchise Los Angeles Rams. However, after buying Arsenal in 2007 the value of the club has increased drastically, and Bloomberg ranks him as the 118th richest man in the world.
Kroenke is worth $14.8 billion (£12.2bn), and was facing pressure to sell the club until recently. Arsenal have turned a corner under Kroenke, and look more prepared to win a Premier League title than in any previous season under the owner.
Stan Kroenke has enjoyed the most recent success across all of his teams (Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images)Todd Boehly - Chelsea
Boehly also owns multiple sports teams, as he's the co-owner of MLB franchise Los Angeles Dodgers and French football team Strasbourg. Boehly bought Chelsea from Russian owner Roman Abramovich for $3.1 billion (£2.6bn) in 2022, after his assets were frozen following an intervention from the government.
Boehly has raised eyebrows since coming in, spending over £1 billion in transfers already to no real effect. They have spent over £100 million alone on a single midfielder on two occasions, with Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo being bought in 2023. Boehly's net worth stands at $6billion (£4.95bn) according to Forbes.
Todd Boehly is the newest member on the list (Alex Broadway/Getty Images)John W. Henry - Liverpool
Henry was estimated to be worth $4 billion (£3.3bn), although his Fenway Sports Group company is reportedly worth $9 billion (£7.45bn). Henry co-founded FSG with Tom Warner, and their enterprise continues to grow.
FSG owns stakes in Liverpool, NHL team Pittsburgh Penguins, but their first major asset was MLB team Boston Red Sox. LeBron James is an investor in FSG, and reports of a future NBA expansion could almost double their net worth.
Net worth in order
Stan Kroenke - £12.2bn
Todd Boehly - £4.95bn
Glazer family - £3.88bn
John W. Henry - £3.3bn
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