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John Textor Bids £400M for Wolverhampton Amid Fan Frustration

10/27/2025

Summary

Story summary

John Textor, a Crystal Palace investor, has bid more than £400 million to take over Wolverhampton Wanderers, including £150 million in cash and £262.6 million in shares.
Fosun Group, current owners, are not seeking to sell the club outright and prefer external investment.
Fans express frustration with Fosun's management and call for ownership change.
Textor, who previously owned a stake in Crystal Palace, is considering other Championship clubs for investment.

History

Historical Context

The Premier League's formation in 1992 transformed English football, attracting substantial investment. In 2016, Fosun Group acquired Wolverhampton Wanderers for around £45 million, aiming to enhance the club's profile. John Textor's recent £400 million bid highlights ongoing tensions between fans and ownership, reflecting the escalating financial stakes in football, with clubs now valued in the hundreds of millions, affecting management and fan relations.

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Story summary

John Textor, a Crystal Palace investor, has bid more than £400 million to take over Wolverhampton Wanderers, including £150 million in cash and £262.6 million in shares.
Fosun Group, current owners, are not seeking to sell the club outright and prefer external investment.
Fans express frustration with Fosun's management and call for ownership change.
Textor, who previously owned a stake in Crystal Palace, is considering other Championship clubs for investment.

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