Overview
- On July 19, 2025, Ferrell was filmed in the corporate boxes at Stockholm’s Strawberry Arena during the Manchester United vs. Leeds United pre-season match.
- He unveiled a T-shirt reading “I love Gnesta” to celebrate his Swedish connection through wife Viveca Paulin.
- Ferrell acquired a minority stake in Leeds United in May 2024 via 49ers Enterprises alongside other celebrity investors like Russell Crowe, Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas.
- He also co-owns MLS side LAFC, exemplifying a growing pattern of American sports figures investing in English football.
- Leeds United is targeting a return to the Premier League with support from transatlantic backers including Ferrell.