Andrea Radrizzani is expected to retain his majority share of Leeds United until at least the end of the season despite persistent takeover talk involving Qatari Sports Investment (QSI).

Leeds have been under the watchful eye of Radrizzani since the summer of 2017, when the Italian businessman took full control over the Whites from Massimo Cellino.

Yet, in recent months, including this week, talk has emerged about QSI’s eagerness to get involved with things at Elland Road.

That’s come from L’Equipe, whilst Radrizzani has fuelled the fire by attending PSG’s Champions League game this week alongside QSI, who are the French club’s owners.

Whilst all this is going on, an article from Phil Hay and The Athletic has offered a little insight into Radrizzani’s stance, claiming that the Italian is likely to retain his near 90% share in Leeds until the end of the season, if not longer if the club are in the Premier League.

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Currently, San Francisco 49ers have a minority stake in the Elland Road club, having made a deal with Radrizzani in May 2018.

In terms of the current state of affairs on the field, Leeds are third in the Championship under the management of Marcelo Bielsa and are looking to return to the Premier League for the first time since 2004.

The Verdict

It is quite understandable that Radrizzani would want to retain his share in Leeds until the summer at least, as they could well be playing in a different division, which would mean the value of the club absolutely rockets.

Radrizzani is no fool and if Leeds are still in the Championship, with QSI keen, there will be investment at the very least. However, if the Whites are in the Premier League, Radrizzani might sense there’s a big opportunity.

Nevertheless, now shouldn’t be the time for takeover talk, with Leeds flying in the Championship and looking to get back to the Premier League.

Focus should be on the pitch.

Thoughts? Let us know!