American golfers Spieth and Thomas invest in Leeds United as 49ers group takes over club
- Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas have purchased minority stakes in English soccer club Leeds United.
- The investment arm of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers, 49ers Enterprises, is taking full control of Leeds United.
- Leeds United was recently relegated from England's Premier League, making it easier for outside investors to buy in.
- ers Enterprises first invested in Leeds United in 2018 and has steadily increased its ownership share since.
- The sale price for the remaining stake in Leeds United is reported to be £170 million ($214 million).