Actor Michael B. Jordan Is Now Part Owner of Premier League Club AFC Bournemouth!

Actor Michael B. Jordan Is Now Part Owner of Premier League Club AFC Bournemouth! This is part of a new venture for the club.

Famous actor Michael B. Jordan has acquired some shares of AFC Bournemouth. He is now the umpteenth American to investing in a British football team.

Jordan follows in the footsteps of basketball legend LeBron James who is part owner of Liverpool FC. Bournemouth chairman Maxim Denim sold 100% of his shares to Black Knight Football Club, where the actor has his interests.

Bill Foley is the General Managing Partner of Black Knight Football club.

“Bill had attended the Cherries’ victory over Leicester City in October ahead of completing the deal, which has now been ratified by the Premier League,” the club announced in a statement.

“A businessman and philanthropist, Bill also has an extensive background in sports including tremendous success as the founder and owner of the National Hockey League’s Vegas Golden Knights, the first major league sports team in Las Vegas. 

“Bill and his partners are committed to providing the investment to sustain and build upon AFC Bournemouth’s recent accomplishments, which includes returning to the Premier League in 2022/23, where the Cherries have spent six of the last eight seasons. 

“Bill is committed to increased investment in AFC Bournemouth’s first team as well as the academy and fan experience at Vitality Stadium, on top of immediately beginning construction of a state-of-the-art training centre and increasing financial commitment to the AFC Bournemouth women’s team and girls’ teams.

“Assuming the role of Chairman with immediate effect, Bill will be attending the club’s next home match, against Crystal Palace on 31 December. Having also purchased a home in the local area, Bill reaffirms his commitment to the football club and surrounding community.” The club spoke.

Premier League football will return in the next two weeks. Actor Michael B. Jordan Is Now Part Owner of Premier League Club AFC Bournemouth!