CNBC·3 min read·medium
Why America's super rich have embraced British soccer teams
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Joseph Wilkins
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American investors and celebrities are increasingly acquiring ownership stakes in English soccer clubs, viewing them as high-growth assets. The trend, which began with the Glazer family's purchase of Manchester United, has expanded to include a majority of Premier League teams.
As the dust settles after the FIFA World Cup , soccer fans' attention turns to the start of Europe's domestic league seasons. The English Premier League — by some distance the most popular soccer league in the world — kicks off once again on August 21 with champions Arsenal launching their title defense.
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