Paraag Marathe has spoken out after being linked to taking over at Rangers.
The Gers are understood to be in “advanced talks” with a consortium including the San Francisco 49ers who are keen to add to their ever-expanding sporting network.The NFL franchise are currently bankrolling Leeds United with Marathe leading as chairman at Elland Road and could be set to fulfil a similar role at Ibrox.
Ahead of this potential deal, the 47-year-old has spoken out and revealed what he can and can not say in the current environment in Govan.Until this decision is made and an agreement is reached with the current shareholders in G51, there is unlikely to be any sort of statement from the 49ers or any other representatives.
This has been echoed by Marathe, speaking at the Financial Times’ Business of Football Summit on 26 February, transcribed by Ben Jacobs via X.The Leeds chairman said: “I can’t really comment on whatever rumours might be out there. But we are looking at other opportunities. It is doable to replicate the passion [of Leeds].What we are looking for is clubs with the right bones, history of success and potential for growth. And if you are a sports person, and you love it and treat it as a way of life like I do, then absolutely there is enough room in your heart to love all your sports properties, just like there is to love all your children!”
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