Richards Keys has disclosed that he learned of a significant development regarding a potential Qatari takeover of Tottenham Hotspur, while also delivering a message to Daniel Levy about selling the club.
Tottenham fans staged a massive protest ahead of the match against Manchester United on Sunday, with hundreds screaming for the current owners to leave.
Those fans may soon get their wish, as it was revealed last week that a group of private investors from Qatar is considering a full acquisition of Tottenham.
However, some fans may be pleased to learn that the prospective new owners are willing to hand Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy a long-term deal and allow him to continue operating the club.
Former striker Jermain Defoe stated that the demonstrations outside the stadium prior of the weekend’s 1-0 triumph against Manchester United will have affected Daniel Levy.
Richard Keys discusses what he has learned about the Qatari Tottenham acquisition.
Richard Keys, who works for Qatari media channel beIN SPORTS, has now shared some exclusive information on a potential Tottenham takeover.
The former Sky broadcaster said that he has spoken with someone who believes the sale is final, however he personally doubts this.
Keys also urged Daniel Levy not to play hardball, stating that if he chooses to dig in his heels, the investors may shift their focus to other football takeover options.
He posted on his personal blog: “Oh, you’ll be interested to know that I was in the company of someone this weekend who believes a deal to acquire Spurs has been completed. I don’t think it is, but I’m sure there have been conversations.
“If so, I’d say this to Daniel Levy. Don’t play hardball, Daniel; you might regret it. I’m also hearing that the owners of one of the top four teams may be ready to sell. They’re arguably a superior offer for a buyer and might entice a bid before Spurs.”
Daniel Levy may have a decision to make regarding Tottenham ownership.
Daniel Levy and the Tottenham board understand that they are now sitting on a very attractive asset, given the multiple revenue streams that Spurs have built outside of football, with music concerts, NFL games, and other events held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium throughout the year.
The Tottenham Hotspur manager is unlikely to be enticed to sell quickly and will most likely demand the price that the club is looking for.
This could be an attempt by Qatari investors to exert pressure on the Spurs chairman by leaking information to the media, but it is unlikely to be effective.
Levy will likely be in attendance when Tottenham travel to Ipswich Town this weekend hoping to climb the Premier League rankings and take revenge on the setback they suffered against the Tractor Boys earlier this season.
