So, it seems the UK sports media have been buzzing with the news that everyone’s favorite funnyman, Will Ferrell, has dipped his toes into English football. Yes, you heard that right – Elf himself has reportedly bought a “large stake” in Leeds United Football Club, much to the delight of fans and media alike.
Leave it to The Sun to break the exclusive story, claiming that Ferrell fell head over heels for the beautiful game and just had to get involved. While the Leeds FC folks are staying tight-lipped about the whole thing, refusing to confirm Ferrell’s ownership, insiders are spilling the beans left and right. According to The Sun, Ferrell has paid off the US owners of the club, 49ers Enterprises, and his grand entrance into the football world will be unveiled in all its glory very soon.
“It’s true – Will Ferrell owns a share of Leeds,” a mysterious insider whispers. “The 49ers will make the big announcement in the next few days, and you better believe he’s ready to sprinkle some of that Hollywood stardust on the club. He’s smitten with soccer and can’t get enough of the English game.”
Already a co-owner of Los Angeles FC, Ferrell’s love affair with English football is no secret. He was spotted frequently at British stadiums last season, even making a surprise cameo on Sky Sports from Manchester City’s home turf. And let’s not forget his bromance with Ryan Reynolds, who brought him along to Wrexham, the club Reynolds snatched up with his buddy Rob McElhenney back in 2020. Thanks to a riveting documentary series and a promotion to League Two, Wrexham has been climbing the ladder in English football while grabbing headlines left and right.
If Ferrell does indeed don the iconic white, yellow, and blue scarf of Leeds United, he’ll be in good company. Hollywood heavyweight Russell Crowe also poured some cash into the club, citing a deep family bond with the team.
And Ferrell isn’t the only celeb who’s decided to invest in the unpredictable world of English football. Rapper Stormzy put his money where his mouth is by backing Croydon Athletic last year, while Black Panther‘s own Michael B. Jordan grabbed a piece of AFC Bournemouth for himself. Even basketball superstar LeBron James couldn’t resist the allure of English football, once flexing his financial muscles with a stake in Liverpool.
So, there you have it – another day, another movie star diving headfirst into the beautiful chaos of English football. Will Ferrell, welcome to the club. And who knows which superstar will be next to join the party?
