Leeds United's impending takeover by 49ers Enterprises could happen even earlier than expected, according to reports last night. The Times say the group, who already own a share of the Elland Road club, have secured the finances to make a full takeover earlier than expected.
A takeover could even come before the end of the current season. The 49ers already own 44 per cent of the club’s shares with chairman Andrea Radrizzani holding the other 56 per cent. However, they do hold an option to buy out Radrizzani and become majority shareholders of the Yorkshire club in January 2024.
Whether they make that move remains to be seen, with Leeds' Premier League future going a long way to deciding that. Recent wins over Liverpool and Bournemouth have considerably improved Jesse Marsch's side position in the top flight table, but any dip in form would see them back among the relegation candidates.
