Does Jordan Own Paris Saint-Germain?

By Michael Ferguson

Does Jordan Own Paris Saint-Germain?

Paris Saint-Germain, or PSG for short, is one of the most well-known football clubs in the world. Ever since its acquisition by Qatar Sports Investments in 2011, it has become a global powerhouse, attracting some of the biggest names in football and winning numerous domestic and international titles. However, rumors have persisted over the years about another famous name being involved with the club – Michael Jordan.

The Rumors

The rumors first started circulating in 2018 when former PSG player, Wendell Lira claimed on Brazilian television that Michael Jordan had become a shareholder at the club. This claim was quickly picked up by multiple news outlets and fans began to speculate about what it could mean for PSG’s future.

However, there was no official confirmation from either Michael Jordan or PSG about any such deal. In fact, when asked about it in an interview with L’Equipe, PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi denied any involvement by Jordan:

“Michael Jordan is not an investor in PSG. We have a great relationship with him because he is a huge football fan.

He comes to Paris regularly and he loves our club. But as far as investment is concerned, he has never been involved. “

The Truth

So what is the truth? Does Michael Jordan own a stake in Paris Saint-Germain? The answer seems to be no.

While it’s true that Jordan has visited PSG on multiple occasions and has expressed his admiration for the club and its players, there is no evidence to suggest that he has any financial interest in it. In fact, according to Forbes’ list of billionaires, Michael Jordan’s net worth as of 2021 stands at $1.6 billion, which is significantly less than the $11 billion valuation of PSG.

Conclusion

While it’s fun to speculate about the involvement of famous names in our favorite sports clubs, it’s always important to separate fact from fiction. In this case, the rumors about Michael Jordan owning a stake in Paris Saint-Germain seem to be just that – rumors. However, it’s undeniable that his admiration for the club and its players has helped raise PSG’s profile even further and cement its status as one of the top football clubs in the world.