Tottenham have been repeatedly linked with a blockbuster takeover for years now.
Speculation ramped up after Daniel Levy’s surprise departure last summer, but the Lewis family quickly shut down the noise, making it clear they intended to remain in control.
That resolve, however, hasn’t translated into results on the pitch.
Spurs are in deep trouble, sitting 15th in the Premier League and just six points above the drop zone, leaving Thomas Frank under intense pressure as calls for his dismissal grow louder.
Despite the crisis, January brought limited investment, with only Conor Gallagher and Souza arriving. The lack of spending has baffled many, including critics questioning why billionaire Joe Lewis isn’t injecting serious funds into the club.
The quiet winter window has fuelled takeover talk once again. Former Spurs owner Lord Alan Sugar openly questioned the strategy, suggesting the minimal activity could hint at a potential sale. In his view, more ambition was needed if ownership truly planned to stay.
One name linked to a possible takeover is Brooklyn Earick. The American entrepreneur, who once interned at NASA, later founded Redacted RnD, a company operating across technology, sports, media and entertainment. Given Tottenham’s valuation of over £4 billion, Earick is believed to be part of a wider consortium rather than a solo bidder.
The Lewis family control more than 85 percent of the club, meaning any takeover would come at a huge cost. Still, Spurs’ recent finances raise eyebrows — just £47 million spent in January, offset by the £35 million sale of Brennan Johnson, offers little comfort for a side in desperate need.
Tottenham’s league form has been alarming, to the point where relegation no longer seems unthinkable. After finishing 17th last season, things have only worsened in North London.
Gallagher’s arrival has done little to shift the needle, and few expected him to. Ultimately, frustration continues to point back to ownership and their reluctance to spend — unless, of course, their exit plan is already in place.
