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Every Premier League club owner ranked by wealth from lowest to highest

In the modern Premier League, financial firepower can often be the difference between survival and silverware. While some clubs are backed by state-level wealth, others are built on shrewd business models and statistical smarts. Here's a look at the richest Premier League club owners, ranked from the least wealthy to the most.

Burnley – Alan Pace

Alan Pace
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Net worth: £190 million
Alan Pace may have the smallest net worth among Premier League owners, but he's kept Burnley competitive on a shoestring budget. Promotion last season showed the club can still punch above its weight.

Brentford – Matthew Benham

Matthew Benham
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Net worth: £210 million
Matthew Benham’s gambling-fuelled fortune has shaped Brentford into one of England’s most innovative clubs. His data-led approach has kept the Bees stable in the top flight despite modest resources.

Brighton – Tony Bloom

Tony Bloom
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Net worth: £1.3 billion
Brighton’s Tony Bloom, a professional poker player turned football mastermind, has revolutionised the club’s transfer strategy. His analytics-first model has delivered massive profits and on-pitch success.

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Sunderland – Kyril Louis-Dreyfus

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus
instagram: sunderlandafc

Net worth: £2 billion
At just 28, Kyril Louis-Dreyfus is the youngest chairman in the Premier League. He led Sunderland back from the depths of League One, but still operates with one of the smallest budgets in the division.

Bournemouth – Bill Foley

Bill Foley
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Net worth: £2.1 billion
American billionaire Bill Foley has expanded his sports empire to Bournemouth, bringing stability and ambition. His leadership has helped secure the club’s place in the Premier League for another season.

Nottingham Forest – Evangelos Marinakis

Evangelos Marinakis
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Net worth: £3.8 billion
Forest’s return to the Premier League was matched by bold investment from Evangelos Marinakis. Known for his headline-making decisions, he's kept the club up and even brought European football back to the City Ground.

Wolves – Fosun International (Guo Guangchang, Wang Qunbin)

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Net worth: £4.4 billion
Despite Fosun Group’s immense wealth, Wolves have been forced to operate cautiously under Financial Fair Play. Portuguese signings and calculated moves have kept them competitive since their Premier League return.

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Tottenham Hotspur – ENIC International Ltd

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Net worth: £5.1 billion
ENIC, led by Joe Lewis and Daniel Levy, have overseen a financially prudent era at Spurs. While Lewis has faced controversy off the pitch, the club remains one of the league’s most valuable operations.

Leeds United – 49ers Enterprises

49ers Enterprises
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Net worth: £5.2 billion
Leeds’ return to the top flight has been backed by NFL-aligned owners 49ers Enterprises. They’ve already spent heavily in a bid to remain in the division long-term.

Liverpool – Fenway Sports Group (John W. Henry, Tom Werner)

fenway sports group
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Net worth: £6 billion
FSG have guided Liverpool through a golden era, despite wealthier rivals. Strategic signings and trust in their old coach Jurgen Klopp have delivered Champions League and Premier League glory.

Everton – Roundhouse Capital Holdings Ltd (Dan Friedkin)

Dan Friedkin
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Net worth: £6.2 billion
Dan Friedkin’s takeover in 2024 cleared Everton’s debts and launched a new era. The move to a new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock was a fresh start fans desperately needed.

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Aston Villa – Wes Edens & Nassef Sawiris

Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens
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Net worth: £9.6 billion
Nassef Sawiris helped rescue Villa from financial turmoil and has since transformed them into European contenders. Big-name signings and ambitious targets are now the norm at Villa Park.

West Ham United – Sullivan, Kretinsky & Gold

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Net worth: £10.3 billion
A mix of British and European investors fund West Ham’s rise, highlighted by their 2023 Conference League triumph. The owners have backed the club through ups, downs, and major relocation.

Fulham – Shahid Khan

Shahid Khan
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Net worth: £10.7 billion
NFL and wrestling mogul Shahid Khan has brought consistency and stability to Fulham. His smartest move was hiring Marco Silva, who has kept the club in the top tier after years of fluctuation.

Chelsea – Todd Boehly, Hansjorg Wyss, Mark Walter

Todd Boehly
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Net worth: £11.9 billion
Todd Boehly’s consortium has thrown vast sums into revamping Chelsea. While early results were rocky, recent trophies suggest their long-term strategy may be paying off.

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Crystal Palace – Woody Johnson, David Blitzer, Josh Harris, Steve Parish

Steve Parish
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Net worth: £13.5 billion
A major American investment group has bolstered Palace’s financial position. The club celebrated its first major trophy in 2025 and continues to grow under Steve Parish’s leadership.

Arsenal – Stan Kroenke

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Net worth: £15.8 billion
Stan Kroenke’s support has grown in recent years, silencing previous critics. Arsenal are now regular title contenders, and Kroenke’s sports empire continues to expand across the U.S. and U.K.

Manchester City – Sheikh Mansour (Abu Dhabi United Group)

Sheikh Mansour
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Net worth: £20 billion
Sheikh Mansour’s takeover turned City into an elite footballing machine. Under his rule, they’ve dominated domestically and achieved long-coveted Champions League success.

Manchester United – Glazer family & Sir Jim Ratcliffe

Manchester United, Glazers Out
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Net worth: £20.2 billion
The Glazers, in partnership with Jim Ratcliffe, now sit near the top in wealth rankings. While ownership remains controversial, there are signs of investment in facilities and long-term planning.

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Newcastle United – Saudi Public Investment Fund

Newcastle, Bin Salman
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Net worth: £489 billion
With virtually limitless resources, Newcastle now boast the richest ownership in world football. Their rapid transformation has already delivered European football and more success seems inevitable.