ArmInfo.The famous American entrepreneur of Armenian origin, founder of the social network Reddit, Alexis Ohanian, has acquired 10% of shares in Chelsea women, the Women's super league champion. This was reported by The Times.
According to the publication, the deal was worth around 20 million pounds. Thus, the Chelsea women's team was valued at 245 million pounds. The husband of the outstanding American tennis player Selena Williams will have a seat on Chelsea Women's board.
Ohanian confirmed the purchase of shares in his microblog in X. "I have bet big on women's sports before - and I am doing it again. I am proud to announce that I am joining the Chelsea FCW as an investor and board member. I am honored for the chance to help this iconic club become America's favorite Barclay's WSL team and much, much more," Ohanian wrote.