Danish billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen has made another significant investment in the world of sports by acquiring FC Midtjylland, one of Denmark's most successful football clubs. Povlsen, who is the owner of clothing giant Bestseller A/S, now holds a 95.5% stake in the club through his holding company, Heartland A/S. This majority stake was purchased from British businessman Matthew Benham.
Under Benham's ownership for the past nine years, FC Midtjylland has achieved great success, winning three Danish championships and climbing up the ranks in European football, currently sitting at 60 among teams according to UEFA's club coefficients.
Heartland A/S had owned a 25% share of the club since 2021, and it has collaborated with Benham on the development of FC Midtjylland. Benham expressed his confidence in Povlsen taking over as the rightful owner of the club, stating, "I have no doubt the club is now being taken over by the rightful owner."
This acquisition adds to Povlsen's portfolio in the sports industry, as he also owns English Premier League club Brentford FC. With his business acumen and financial resources, Povlsen is expected to further strengthen FC Midtjylland's position in both domestic and international football.
The purchase of FC Midtjylland by Povlsen highlights the increasing prominence and interest of wealthy individuals investing in football clubs worldwide. These high-profile acquisitions often bring about significant changes and opportunities for clubs to enhance their competitive standing, bolster their financial capabilities, and attract top talent. As Povlsen takes ownership of FC Midtjylland, fans and stakeholders await developments that could shape the future of the club.