Joe Lewis family source speaks out about new multi-billion Tottenham takeover news
The future ownership of Tottenham Hotspur has been thrown into doubt since Daniel Levy resigned as chairman earlier this month.
Levy was removed after 25 years at Tottenham, sparking a battle for control in North London.
In his time at Tottenham, Levy increased Spurs’ worth to over £4billion but was widely criticised for failing to turn financial success off the field to success on it.
Levy’s exit has led to speculation that Joe Lewis‘ family are preparing for a potential sale of their majority stake in the club.
Tottenham have rejected takeover proposal from American consortium
In a statement on Friday, the ENIC group, the majority shareholders, stated it has ‘received and unequivocally rejected’ an informal expression of interest by a consortium led by former DJ and NASA employee and tech billionaire, Brooklyn Earick.
Sky Sports reported that a source close to the Lewis family, who possess the controlling stake, said: “This unsolicited and unnecessary interest does nothing to change the family’s resolve and commitment to do whatever it takes to drive success on the pitch.
“The club is not for sale.”
According to The Sun, Earick heads a US consortium wanting to buy Tottenham for £4.5billion.
Thanks to the Lewis family’s response to his bid, Earick’s consortium now has until 5pm on October 24 to announce any intention to buy the third-placed Premier League club.
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Thomas Frank not phased by rumours of takeover
Since winning the Europa League, Spurs have wanted to use their victory as a platform.
They have started their league campaign in ideal fashion as Thomas Frank‘s side sit third in the table, and kick-started their Champions League campaign with a 1-0 victory against Villarreal this week.
When asked about his relationship with the Lewis family, Frank said: “I’ve said two or three times before, I’ve had some interactions with the Lewis family. It’s been good.”
While rumours of new riches would be welcome by widespread Spurs fans, they will take comfort that their current manager has a working relationship with their owners and is prioritising their performance on the pitch.
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