Anthony Joshua: Nigerian-born boxer linked to buy Watford for ₦293 billion

Anthony Joshua: Nigerian-born boxer linked to buy Watford for ₦293 billion

Tosin Abayomi 18:00 - 25.06.2024

Nigerian-born boxer Anthony Joshua linked to buy Watford for ₦293 billion.

There is news about British Professional boxer of Nigerian descent Anthony Joshua.

Joshua already accomplished boxing may now get involved in the world of boxing.

Anthony Joshua and Watford

According to reports, former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has discussed a possible £150 million takeover of Watford, an English Championship team.

Nigerian-born boxer Anthony Joshua linked to buy Watford for ₦293 billion.
Anthony Joshua || Getty Nigerian-born boxer Anthony Joshua linked to buy Watford for ₦293 billion.

The Championship team was looking for fresh funding to realign the organization. Italian Gino Pozzo has owned the team since 2012.

According to The Athletic, Anthony Joshua's participation—even as a consortium member—highlighted the club's desire to improve its brand recognition and financial strength.

The club's estimated worth of £150 million to £175 million is in line with Joshua's declared net worth, lending financial plausibility to the talks.

Nigerian-born boxer Anthony Joshua linked to buy Watford for ₦293 billion.
Nigerian-born boxer Anthony Joshua is set to face Daniel Dubois at Wembley in September. Nigerian-born boxer Anthony Joshua linked to buy Watford for ₦293 billion.

Watford's strategic investment drive may stand to gain greatly from Joshua's widespread popularity and lucrative appeal.

Anthony Joshua was approached about taking advantage of the Championship club's investing opportunities, even if he is not actively involved in the discussions.

Although the proposal's specifics are still unknown, it is known that Watford has held discussions with other parties about acquiring a minority share in the team.

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