Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion and NFL legend, has entered into a partnership with Championship side Birmingham City. Following his retirement from the sport in February, the 46-year-old has become a minority owner of the club, joining the new owners Knighthead Capital Management LLC. As part of the deal, Brady will become the chairman of a newly formed advisory board at St Andrew’s.
The move is seen as a significant statement of intent by Knighthead, with co-founder Tom Wagner expressing the club’s aim to achieve world-class standards. Brady’s investment goes beyond financial involvement; he will also dedicate his time and expertise as the chair of the advisory board, directly impacting the men’s, women’s, and academy teams at Birmingham City. The NFL star’s goal is to position the club as a respected leader in nutrition, health, wellness, and recovery within the world of football.
Additionally, Brady will collaborate with the board and management team on global marketing efforts and identifying new commercial partnership opportunities for the club. The presence of American investors in English football clubs has been on the rise, with former NFL defensive end JJ Watt and actor Michael B. Jordan among those who have made minority investments in other teams.
Brady expressed his excitement and honor in being part of Birmingham City, a club with a rich history and passionate fanbase. He emphasized his commitment to working alongside the board, management, and players to elevate the club to new heights of success.
As one of the greatest American footballers in NFL history, Brady’s addition to Birmingham City marks a significant development for the club as they aim to make their mark in the Championship.
