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Premier League Club Owners Ranked by Wealth

Ranking the Wealth of Premier League Club Owners

Ownership in the Premier League has become a defining factor for club success. Clubs now need owners ready to invest heavily in player transfers to stay competitive. Some of the richest owners include those behind Newcastle United, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Arsenal. Liverpool's ownership saw a significant boost after Jeff Bezos' consortium took over.

Football has evolved so much that financial power often dictates influence. The Premier League clubs’ owners vary widely in wealth, but those with deeper pockets tend to hold more sway. Here's how the current Premier League clubs stack up based on their owners' net worth.

  • Brentford - Matthew BenhamNet worth: 216 millionBenham made his fortune through gambling firms like Matchbook and Smartodds. He took control of Brentford in 2012 and also owns FC Midtjylland. Known among fans for using statistical models, he helped Brentford become a regular Premier League presence and build a new stadium. Brentford, alongside Brighton, is one of the best-run clubs in Europe, focusing on developing young talent and selling them at a profit.
  • Hull City - Acun IlicaliNet worth: 225 millionIlicali’s ACUNMEDYA acquired Hull City in 2022. Though less known in England, he is a prominent figure in Turkey as a broadcaster, entrepreneur, and TV producer. Previously involved with Dutch club Fortuna Sittard and Irish club Shelbourne, his main focus is now Hull City, promising ambition for the promoted team.
  • Coventry City - Doug KingNet worth: 317 millionDoug King became sole owner in 2023, reshaping the club financially and operationally. His bold decision to replace long-term manager Mark Robins with Frank Lampard paid off as Coventry earned promotion to the Premier League after 25 years. The club’s value may rise further if they establish themselves firmly in the top flight.
  • Brighton - Tony BloomNet worth: 1.3 billionBloom’s wealth stems from poker and gambling. He bought Brighton in 2009 and led their rise with a data-driven transfer strategy. Brighton excels at scouting global talent, developing players, and selling them at high prices—like Moises Caicedo, who moved to Chelsea for £115 million, the highest fee in Premier League history.
  • Bournemouth - Black Knight Football Club & Cannae HoldingsNet worth: 1.9 billionUS billionaire Bill Foley took charge in 2023. Chair of Fidelity National Financial and other companies, he also owns NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights and holds a stake in French side FC Lorient. Bournemouth avoided relegation under Gary O'Neil before pushing toward Europe under Andoni Iraola and now Marco Silva.
  • Sunderland - Kyril Louis-DreyfusNet worth: 2 billionAfter tough years and relegations, Sunderland returned to the Premier League and even qualified for the Europa League. Louis-Dreyfus, the youngest chairman at 28, has a relatively modest net worth compared to other owners. Their ability to maintain this momentum remains uncertain but impressive so far.
  • Nottingham Forest - Evangelos MarinakisNet worth: 5.1 billionAlso owner of Olympiacos, Marinakis has invested heavily since Forest’s Premier League return. The club survived relegation in 2022/23 and 2023/24 before finishing in the top seven and securing European football in 2024/25. His decisions have been bold, including hiring the league’s first referee analyst and frequent managerial changes before settling on Oliver Glasner.
  • Tottenham Hotspur - ENIC International LtdNet worth: 5.1 billionJoe Lewis, the major shareholder of ENIC Group, has been involved with Spurs since 2001. Although living in the Bahamas, Lewis’s group backed huge spending under CEO Daniel Levy. Allegations of insider trading surfaced in July 2023 but were denied. Tottenham has since invested heavily in new signings to avoid another relegation battle.
  • Leeds United - 49ers EnterprisesNet worth: 6.2 billionOwned by the group behind the San Francisco 49ers NFL team, Leeds returned to the Premier League after topping the Championship. They spent £100 million in the 2025/26 window and are ready to spend again to remain competitive.
  • Everton - Friedkin GroupNet worth: 9 billionAmerican billionaire Dan Friedkin’s group completed a majority takeover in 2024, ending a rocky era under previous ownership. Besides Everton, they own Italian club Roma. A major move was relocating from Goodison Park to Hill Dickinson Stadium in 2025. While ambitions run high, manager David Moyes will require reinforcements to push for European qualification.

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