Tottenham Hotspur's long-time owner, Daniel Levy, has privately opened the door to a potential sale of the club he has stewarded for nearly 25 years. Sources indicate that Nasser Al-Khelaifi has recently learned of this development, and Qatar is poised to seize the opportunity.
Levy, who has been at the helm since 2001 through his company ENIC, is considering selling the club for the first time. In recent years, he had contemplated selling a portion of his shares to revitalize the Spurs, similar to what Manchester United has done recently. During those discussions, Al-Khelaifi expressed interest in acquiring a 10% stake in Tottenham, aligning with Qatar's ambitions to establish a more significant presence in the Premier League. Although those initial plans did not materialize, recent reports indicate renewed interest, notably surrounding negotiations involving PSG and Tottenham regarding the future of Randal Kolo-Muani.
The two club presidents have rekindled discussions, and QSI is now keen on a complete takeover of Spurs, especially as it appears Levy's enthusiasm for the club is waning. As a long-time supporter who has followed Tottenham since the 1960s, Levy is reportedly considering his options seriously.
Keith Wyness, former president of Everton, shared insights with sources, emphasizing that Qatar has made Tottenham a major target. "There is no doubt about Qatar's interest. A club in London with major assets like a new stadium is very appealing to them. They are keen to develop established clubs," Wyness explained. He further stated, "Nasser Al-Khelaifi is a very reasonable person; he understands that his decisions must align with QSI's long-term strategy. The combination of Qatar and Tottenham is a clear fit."
However, a significant hurdle remains: the club's valuation at around €4.5 billion is not the main issue, but rather the concerns surrounding multi-club ownership, particularly since QSI also owns PSG. The rules preventing simultaneous ownership of teams that can compete in the Champions League present a challenge. Despite this obstacle, QSI continues to contemplate a major investment in football, nearly 15 years after acquiring PSG.