BREAKING: Anthony Joshua reps hold talks with Championship club as football investment eyed
A spokesperson for Joshua said to The Athletic: “An investment business which has brought Anthony investment opportunities in the past was approached and held an entry level discussion about an opportunity with Watford Football Club. This was an initial chat without even a discussion over due diligence which so often kills these types of deal.”
While initial talks took place regarding potential investment, Joshua was not set to be involved in any capacity to focus on his boxing career. The spokesperson added: “Anthony is not involved and has no plans to be involved.
“He is fully focused on boxing and has no time at the moment to give to new opportunities
Watford are currently owned by Italian Gino Pozzo. He has been a majority shareholder since buying out Laurence Bassini in 2012.
The Hertfordshire outfit earned promotion back to the Premier League in 2015 and enjoyed five consecutive campaigns in the top-flight. Watford were relegated in 2020 but bounced straight back, their Premier League stay lasting just a further campaign.
The club finished 15th in the Championship this season as Valerien Ismael and Tom Cleverley managed the side. The former Manchester United star has been confirmed as the club’s manager on a permanent basis.
They will be aiming to improve, with or without Joshua’s investment next term. The 34-year-old will still be offering his support though, having revealed he is a fan of the club.
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