American investors have significantly expanded their influence across the English Premier League, the world’s richest and most globally followed soccer league. As of 2025, more than half of Premier League clubs feature American ownership, either as majority or significant minority stakeholders.
Here is a breakdown of the current American ownership landscape:
Arsenal
- Owner: Stan Kroenke (Kroenke Sports & Entertainment)
- Details: Stan Kroenke became Arsenal’s sole owner in 2018, consolidating his control over one of England’s most historic clubs.
Aston Villa
- Owner: V Sports (co-owned by Wes Edens and Nassef Sawiris)
- Details: American billionaire Wes Edens, alongside Egyptian businessman Nassef Sawiris, jointly owns Aston Villa, emphasizing transatlantic investment strength.
AFC Bournemouth
- Owner: Bill Foley (Black Knight Football Club)
- Details: Bill Foley acquired Bournemouth in December 2022, with actor Michael B. Jordan also investing as a minority partner.
Burnley
- Owner: ALK Capital (led by Alan Pace)
- Details: ALK Capital finalized its takeover of Burnley in late 2020, introducing American-backed financial management into the club’s operations.
Chelsea
- Owner: Clearlake Capital (Behdad Eghbali, Jose Feliciano) and Todd Boehly
- Details: The consortium, led by American businessman Todd Boehly and private equity firm Clearlake Capital, acquired Chelsea in May 2022.
Crystal Palace
- Owners: John Textor (45%), Josh Harris (18%), David Blitzer (18%)
- Details: American investors control a combined 81% of Crystal Palace, significantly shaping the club’s strategic direction.
Everton
- Owner: The Friedkin Group (Dan Friedkin)
- Details: Dan Friedkin acquired a 94.1% controlling stake in Everton in December 2024, signaling new American leadership at Goodison Park.
Fulham
- Owner: Shahid Khan
- Details: Shahid Khan, who also owns the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, continues to oversee Fulham after initially purchasing the club in 2013.
Ipswich Town
- Owner: Gamechanger 20 Ltd.
- Details: An American-led consortium, primarily backed by an Arizona-based pension fund (ORG), owns Ipswich Town, representing American expansion into newly promoted Premier League clubs.
Liverpool
- Owner: Fenway Sports Group (John W. Henry, Tom Werner)
- Details: Fenway Sports Group, also owners of the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Penguins, have owned Liverpool since 2010 and have overseen a highly successful era.
Manchester United
- Owner: Glazer Family
- Details: The Glazer family has held a controlling stake in Manchester United since 2005, maintaining one of the most prominent examples of American ownership in English football.
West Ham United
- Minority Owner: J. Albert “Tripp” Smith
- Details: While West Ham remains majority British-owned, American investor Tripp Smith holds a notable minority share.
Conclusion
The American footprint in the Premier League has never been larger. Investors from the United States are reshaping club management, marketing strategies, and even player recruitment. This growing American involvement reflects the Premier League’s global appeal and the increasing interconnection between American sports business and European football.
As the 2025 season progresses, it will be fascinating to watch how American ownership continues to influence the future of the Premier League, both on and off the pitch.
