Qatar Steps Up Spurs Interest
Premier League football club Tottenham Hotspur is the subject of interest from Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) as the state-run sports investors look to make a move into the English top-flight, according to CBS Sports.
The report states that Qatar Sports Investments (QSI), the owner of Paris-Saint-Germain (PSG), is hoping to secure minority investment in a Premier League club in 2023.
QSI chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi reportedly recently met with Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy in London for exploratory talks, but any potential deal is thought to be in the early stages, with no agreement close.
QSI, which is still fully committed to French champions PSG, is looking to develop a multi-club model, similar to the system in place with Manchester City owners’ City Football Group. Another Premier League rival, Chelsea FC, was recently purchased by American businessman Todd Boehly and is also thought to be looking at a model like this.
PSG already owns a 23% stake in Portuguese side Braga but is looking for another club in Europe to minority invest in. South America is another priority region for them in 2023.
QSI is still looking across Europe for potential investments but it’s clear that the Premier League is a major appeal due to its size and wealth. Reports last year that Liverpool FC is also seeking investment make the Reds another possible target for QSI.
Tottenham Hotspur has denied any discussions have taken place regarding the equity of the club.
