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    Leeds fan fighting for his life in coma after falling from tree in title celebrations as NBA star donates £2,000 to help

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    A LEEDS supporter is fighting for his life in hospital after falling from a tree during their title celebrations.Thousands of fans lined the streets on Monday for an open-top bus parade following the club’s promotion back to the Premier League.Ed O’Brien is fighting for his life after falling from a treeCredit: JustgivingThousands of supporters filled the city centre to celebrate promotionCredit: PABut disaster struck when supporter Ed O’Brien fell from a tree in Millennium Square.The 23-year-old was rushed to hospital and is now in a coma.A JustGiving page was launched in support Ed’s brave fight and a whopping £10,000 has so far been raised, smashing the £750 target.Basketball star Larry Nance Jr has contributed, donating £2,000 to the cause.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlong with the cash, he wrote: “Thinking of you. Strength and love!”The Atlanta Hawks ace is a huge Leeds supporter and an investor in the 49ers Enterprises group that own the club.Ed’s mum Stacey Barker wrote online: “As far as I am aware, he had consumed alcohol but I am confident he wasn’t paralytic as some posts are suggesting. “I am also as confident as a mother can be that no other substance was involved.”Most read in FootballShe added that his recovery is set to be a “slow and lengthy process” and “unlikely to be without implications”.The JustGiving page reads: “To support Ed O’Brien and his family after Ed sadly fell out of a tree when celebrating Leeds winning the league on Monday and now is sadly fighting for his life in hospital.”His mum and dad both live in York and at this time it will be costing them both a lot in travel and time off work.”I am just hoping we can all raise some money to take that stress away from them. MOT stay strong Ed.”Larry Nance Jr has donated £2,000 to the fundraiserCredit: Getty More

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      Brazil ‘to wear RED kit at 2026 World Cup as Michael Jordan deal sees traditional colours replaced’

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      BRAZIL are set to wear RED for the first time in 106 years at the 2026 World Cup.The Seleaco’s second kid will also replace the traditional Nike logo with the iconic Jumpman logo of basketball legend Michael Jordan. Brazil’s home kit will still be golden yellowCredit: GettyThe Jordan Brazil 2026 away shirt will break away from tradition for the first time in 67 years, according to website leaks Footy Headlines.The exact shade of red and the full kit design have not yet been leaked, but early indications suggest a modern, vibrant red base.Brazil’s second jersey has been blue since the 1930s, but it became a staple base during the 1958 World Cup.The world’s most successful footballing country will, of course, stick to their iconic golden yellow strips for their main kit at the 2026 edition in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe collaboration comes after Brazil signed fresh terms with the Swoosh for another 12 years, taking their partnership into a fourth decade.The renewed partnership will continue to support both men’s and women’s national teams, including youth, Olympic, and futsal squads, and continue providing the teams with their uniforms. It combines Brazil’s iconic football legacy with Jordan’s streetwear and NBA culture influences, which Nike want to spread in South America.The Jordan Brazil 2026 away shirt will be available from March next year.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSParis Saint-Germain previously partnered with Jordan’s Nike brand in 2020.And Jordan also released a special-edition Brazil jersey back in 2016.Argentina humiliate Brazil 4-1 with Emi Martinez even doing keepy ups in his own box in fiery World Cup qualifier The proposed red design was reportedly inspired by Brazil’s early football history, as the same colour was worn in the Copa America between 1917-1919.Although it hasn’t been used since, the colour red holds deep cultural significance in Brazil.The country’s name comes from the Pau-Brasil tree, known for its vibrant red dye, which played a central role in Brazil’s colonial past. More

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      Incredible footage shows 7ft 3in NBA star Victor Wembanyama playing football as Peter Crouch posts one-word verdict

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      INCREDIBLE footage has emerged of 7ft 3in NBA superstar Victor Wembanyama playing football.The Frenchman, 21, has been sidelined since February having been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis.Victor Wembanyama has been spotted p[laying football in Costa RicaCredit: X/eurofootcomWembanyama, 21, is a huge aerial presenceCredit: X/eurofootcomNo one was going to win a header over the FrenchmanCredit: X/eurofootcomIn the 2023 No1 pick’s absence, the San Antonio Spurs dropped to 13th in the Western Conference, missing the play-offs for a sixth straight season.Encouragingly for Spurs fans, Wembanyama appears to be fighting fit again after being spotted playing football in Costa Rica.Towering over his opponents, the NBA centre could be seen dribbling with the ball in surreal footage.Wembanyama also easily won a header from a throw-in, and would surely have been a threat in Tony Pulis’ Stoke side of 15 years ago.READ MORE IN SPORTSeeing the footage, former Potter Peter Crouch wrote on X: “Baller.”Hailing from Le Chesnay, around 45 minutes out of Paris, Wembanyama supports PSG.Upon being drafted by the Spurs in 2023, Wemby teased team-mate Jeremy Sochan for being an Arsenal fan.On his relationship with Sochan, who grew up in Milton Keynes, Wembanyama said: “We do talk football from time to time.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWembanyama is one of the most exciting players in the NBACredit: Getty”My team is PSG, of course. Jeremy was probably the first one to welcome me to the Spurs even before I was drafted.”I’ve played against him a long time ago, so yeah, we’ve known each other for a long time. We get along well, but it’s a shame he’s an Arsenal fan.”Victor Wembanyama leaves Nikola Jokic with head in hands in NBA All-Star locker room for ‘LeBron James moment’ Wembanyama arrived in the NBA two years ago as the most hyped prospect since LeBron James.The France international has since delivered, being named Rookie of the Year during his first season while also earning a spot on the All-Defence first team.Prior to his blood clot issues, Wembanyama had been named an All-Star for the 2024-25 season and was on course to be the consensus Defensive Player of the Year.That honour has since gone to Evan Mobley, with Wemby having not hit the 65 games played criteria to be in contention.In 46 games this season, Wembanyama averaged 24 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and four blocks in 33 minutes of action.San Antonio fans will be excited to see their man healthy again next season alongside De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and two new lottery picks.Wemby has worn a retro PSG shirt on the bench this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      ‘I’m shaking’ – Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend Ashlyn Castro releases emotional statement on relationship history

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’s girlfriend has released an emotional statement on her relationship history.The Real Madrid star was revealed to be dating Ashlyn Castro in January following a string of dates.Ashlyn Castro has released an emotional statement on her relationship historyCredit: TIKTOK @ ashlyncastro17She is dating Real Madrid star Jude BellinghamCredit: La LigaShe is a model and influencerCredit: InstagramAshlyn, 27, from Los Angeles, has made her name as an influencer and model.She has a huge social media following with over 500,000 fans on TikTok and Instagram.The stunning brunette has previously been romantically linked to US basketball star Terance Mann, actor Michael B. Jordan and LaMelo Ball.However, she has now released a ten-minute video statement on her relationship history.READ MORE ON SPORTIn the statement she claims that she has only had three boyfriends and that people have “made up” a lot of things about her.Ashlyn also debunked false claims that she was in another country with a potential partner and one that suggested she was on a boat when it was not even her.Taking to TikTok, Bellingham’s beau said: “I don’t even know where to begin, but I’m going to try my best to just get into it.”It makes me super uncomfortable talking on camera about my personal life.Most read in Football”I’ve never even really spoken on camera too many times, so bear with me.”Every angle you can think of, people have attacked me, harassed me, been so disrespectful. It’s just been too much.Inside Jude Bellingham’s new romance with stunning Instagram modelAshlyn looked glamorous in this one-pieceCredit: instagramShe has tried to debunk speculation over her past relationshipsCredit: instagramEx-partner Terannce Mann has defended Ashlyn in publicCredit: Getty”Let’s talk about this dating history. I’ve had three boyfriends over the last eight years.”In 2017, I was in my very first relationship and he’s a public figure, so because of that, I’ve dealt with people talking about me, making up things about me.”There was nothing on the internet about me prior, so people kind of just made up a bunch of things to justify hating me because of who I was dating at the time.”And then over the last six years after that, I’ve dated two people.”So three relationships in total.”Ashlyn’s ex Mann has even come out publicly and defended her.He has shot down cheating allegation claims and insisted most stuff about her on the internet is “false”.Ashlyn also refuted claims that she has created fake social media accounts in the past.She said: “I’ve never made a fake page or a fake account to say anything.”If I’m going to say something it’s going to come from my real page.”I think people should be held accountable for what they do and say.”The same people claiming that I’ve retweeted offensive things when the only Twitter account I’ve ever had I made in 2013 and I tweeted one time.”I have no retweets, no favourites, no nothing.”Ashlyn insisted that the video was not easy for her to make as the information is “extremely personal”.She added: “I’m like shaking because I’m not ready to talk about this on the internet.”This is extremely personal. This is my real life. I shouldn’t have to talk about this.”But moving forward I will talk about things that are important such as mental health.”This is something that I wanted to use my platform for but I just wasn’t ready.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAshlyn met Bellingham’s mum Denise and dad Mark in the Spanish capital last month.The couple were snapped watching Real Madrid together from the stands as Bellingham was suspended.Ashlyn has a huge online followingCredit: instagramShe has 485k followers on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe also boasts 142k followers on TikTokCredit: Instagram More

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      Floyd Mayweather looking to buy eye-watering $700million stake in world’s seventh most valuable sports club

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER dreams of owning the world’s seventh-richest sports club.Now “The Money” has launched a buy-in bid for the New York Giants that is more jaw-dropping than any knockout blow he landed in the ring.Floyd Mayweather could splash out spectacularlyMayweather is keen to buy into the New York GiantsCredit: ReutersThe boxing legend, 47, is reportedly heading a group trying to purchase 10% of the NFL team… for around $700 million (£556m).TMZ Sports say Mayweather and his business partner – real estate magnate Meyer Orbach – are preparing an offer.It’s claimed $200m ((£159m) has already been put aside in an escrow account.That’s an account where a neutral third party holds onto part of the money while a contract is sorted out.READ MORE IN BOXINGUS teams dominate the sporting rich list – Dallas Cowboys heading the pile with a $10.1bn valuation.Four-time Super Bowl winners the Giants come in at $7.3bn, just behind the New York Patriots on $7.4bn.The Stateside-led roll-call of wealth is broken below the top 10 by three of Europe’s biggest football clubs.Real Madrid are joint 12th on $6.6bn, alongside 2025 Super Bowl winners Philadelphia Eagles.Most read in BoxingTOP 10 MOST VALUABLE SPORTS TEMSUSA teams fill all the leading 10 spots -with six from the NFL, three in basketball’s NBA and one in Major League Baseball.1 Dallas Cowboys, NFL – $10.1billion2 Golden State Warriors, NBA – $8.8bn3 Los Angeles Rams, NFL – $7.6bn4 New York Yankees, MLB – $7.55bn5 New York Knicks, NBA – $7.5bn6 New England Patriots, NFL – $7.4bn7 New York Giants, NFL – $7.3bn8 Los Angeles Lakers, NBA – $7.1bn9 New York Jets, NFL – $6.9bn10 San Francisco 49ers, NFL – $6.8bnSelected others:12 Real Madrid – $6.6bn14 Man Utd – $6.55bn20 Barcelona – $5.6bn27 Liverpool – $5.37bn31 Man City – $5.1bn34 Bayern Munich – $5bn47 Paris Saint-Germain $4.4bnBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSNext come Manchester United ($6.55bn), while Barcelona are 20th on $5.6bn.It’s reckoned five-weight ex-world champion Mayweather and Orbach could soon be joined by another major investor in their attempt to buy part of the Giants.Michael Strahan sends sarcastic message to New York Giants on Fox NFL Sunday for letting star leave ‘along with Saquon’ TMZ quote Orbach as saying: “My partners and I are always looking at different opportunities, including ownership of sports teams. I can’t comment further than that.”He already owns nearly 20% of basketball team Minnesota Timberwolves.The interest in the Giants follows two of the team’s owners revealing they hope to sell some of their stake.Now John Mara, who is club founder Tim Mara’s grandson, and Steve Tisch could soon be tested by an approach from Mayweather.And the amount involved would absolutely dwarf his other spectacular investments, such as his $20m fleet of supercars. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo leads list of richest sport stars in 2024 earning £208MILLION with Tyson Fury third as top 100 named

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is on top of the world in the money list of sports stars of 2024.While many stars are hanging up their boots by the age of 40, Ronaldo has shown no indication of stopping.Cristiano Ronaldo earned the most among sports stars in 2024Credit: GettyRonaldo’s earning dwarf even the star in second place, Stephen CurryCredit: GettyTyson Fury was top of the Brits despite losing in his heavyweight title showdownCredit: GettyInstead, the Portuguese is expanding his portfolio of accolades and income options.The Al-Nassr ace earned a staggering £208million across 2024, including £172m in his Saudi Pro League contract.These figures are according to Sportico, who have named the top 100 sports stars in terms of earnings in 2024.Ronaldo’s income dwarfs his top level counterparts in other sports, including basketball, boxing, golf and American football.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNBA star Stephen Curry ranks second in the list, with a relatively modest £123m, including £80m in endorsements.Tyson Fury is the king of the Brits despite losing his heavyweight title clash with Oleksandr Usyk, with £117m earned across the year.Ronaldo’s nemesis, Lionel Messi, is second among footballers and fourth overall.The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner earned, £108m overall including £60m in endorsements.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe top five is rounded out by LeBron James, who earned £106m with £68m in endorsements.Jon Rahm is top of the golfers, earning £85m overall with £69m in earnings.Erling Haaland’s salary is only ninth biggest in football with Chelsea flop Koulibaly earning more than Man City starHe also rounds out the top 10 best-paid sports stars, with Neymar, Usyk, Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappe ranking from six through to nine.Scottie Scheffler earned marginally less than Rahm at £83m.Dallas Cowboys’ Dak Prescott tops the list for American football stars with £80m pocketed, while Formula One world champion Max Verstappen earned £61m.Shohei Ohtani is the most well-off baseball star after earning £58m in 2024.The Premier League’s top earner for 2024 is Erling Haaland, who earned £55.6m over the year largely thanks to his £36m a year salary, although this only puts him down in 24th for the overall list.Mohamed Salah and Kevin de Bruyne are the only other Premier League stars in the top 100, earning £44m and £32m respectively.Amazingly, influencer-turned sports star Jake Paul ranks 52nd overall after earning £38m in 2024.Rory McIlroy took home a cool £62m over the year.READ MORE SUN STORIESBrits Lewis Hamilton, Anthony Joshua Tyrrell Hatton and Harry Kane also made the list.F1 star Hamilton earned £56m over the year, with AJ taking home £48m, golfer Hatton bringing in £37m and England football captain Kane bringing in £33m. More

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      ‘It’s crazy’ – Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend’s ex responds to rumours she cheated on him with Real Madrid ace

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S girlfriend Ashlyn Castro has been defended by her NBA star ex amid cheating allegations.Earlier this month it emerged that the Real Madrid superstar, 21, has been seeing American influencer Ashlyn, 21.Ashlyn Castro is dating Real Madrid star Jude BellinghamCredit: InstagramAshlyn is an American social media influencerCredit: InstagramBellingham, 21, has had Ashlyn attend a matchCredit: RexThe smitten pair have been spotted going on dates in the Spanish capital, while Ashlyn is said to have watched a Real Madrid game alongside Bellingham’s parents.Ashlyn has previously been linked with actor Michael B. Jordan and NBA All-Star LaMelo Ball.Prior to Bellingham, she dated Los Angeles Clippers star Terance Mann.Instagram gossip page Game, Set and Match claim that Ashlyn has faced unfounded accusations of seeing Bellingham before her relationship with Mann had ended.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Clippers star himself has now shot down these claims, leaping to his ex’s defence.Mann, 28, said on TikTok Live: “Ashlyn is cool, people. I don’t know why everybody is on her head about anything. She’s cool. Me and Ash are cool.”We haven’t been together for a long, long time. She’s doing her thing. Let her do her thing. 90 per cent of the stuff I see on the internet about Ash is false. It’s crazy.”Let her live, let her do her thing, let her be herself. When I met Ash, she had her own stuff, had her own money, her own wave.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYTerance Mann has defended his ex-girlfriendCredit: Getty”We met through a friend. There wasn’t no… she wasn’t out here trying to see who I was or do any of that.”Y’all just on her back, on her body about nothing. Y’all mad that she what? Like c’mon.Jude Bellingham caught ‘humbling’ LaLiga rival who threatened to knock Real Madrid team-mate out ‘in 10 seconds'”She ain’t do nothing, she’s cool. She ain’t no gold digger.”Y’all just doing too damn much. No, she did not cheat. We haven’t been together in… I don’t know how long. So calm that narrative down.”You could let that go. And that’s that on that!”Ashlyn has more than 230,000 Instagram followers and 50,000 on TikTok.Bellingham, meanwhile, was previously linked with Dutch model Laura Celia Valk.However, she confirmed that she is single during a recent Q&A.Ashlyn has more than 230,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagramShe also has a big TikTok followingCredit: InstagramAshlyn has only recently started dating BellinghamCredit: instagram More

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      Inside glamorous life of Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend Ashlyn, who was linked with another sports ace and Hollywood star

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      MODEL beauty Ashlyn Castro has turned Jude Bellingham’s head – and already charmed his parents. The American influencer, 27, has enjoyed a string of dates with the Three Lions hero in Madrid. Ashlyn Castro is dating England superstar Jude BellinghamCredit: instagramThe stunning American model hails from Los Angeles, CaliforniaCredit: instagramThe 27-year-old regularly updates her thousands of followers from locations around the worldCredit: instagramBellingham and Ashlyn were snapped enjoying a lunch date in MadridCredit: BackGridAshlyn and Bellingham were snapped heading for a lunch date in the Spanish capital earlier this week. It came after she watched the Real Madrid star from a private box at the Bernabeu alongside his parents Denise, 56, and dad Mark, 48.A model and influencer, Ashlyn hails from Los Angeles, California. She has been linked with a string of A-listers in recent years, including Creed actor Michael B. Jordan.READ MORE ON BELLINGHAMThe pair were rumoured to be dating after cosying up on the French Riviera in 2018.Jordan and Ashlyn were snapped dancing the night away as the pair swigged from bottles of champagne at a St. Tropez club.A year later, she denied online whispers she was dating basketball star LaMelo Ball.The rumour mill went into overdrive after one of Ashlyn’s followers congratulated her on the apparent relationship.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCastro originally liked the comment but later confirmed it was a mistake, insisting she was just friends with the NBA star.Ashlyn enjoys the jet-setting lifestyle and shares her worldwide travels to 154,000 Instagram fans. Fans hail ‘agent Jude Bellingham’ as England star is spotted with Real Madrid transfer target in nightclubWhile her bikini-clad snaps from beaches around the world have amassed thousands of admirers. She has recently posted snaps from high-end eateries in New York, LA and Madrid.The influencer is also a big hit on TikTok, posting regular makeup tutorials and amassing over 1 million likes.Despite her globetrotting lifestyle online, Ashlyn likes to keep her personal life away from the spotlight.After tragically losing her father to Covid in 2021, she wrote on Instagram in a moving tribute: “I’ve never been one to share anything too personal on [social media].”I keep the people I love most closest to my heart, I want to protect them at all costs.”Ashlyn regularly posts content from cities around the worldCredit: instagramBellingham and the influencer have exchanged likes on their respective social mediaCredit: instagramAshlyn boasts over 150,000 followers on Instagram aloneCredit: instagramShe is also active on TikTok, giving makeup tutorials and fashion adviceCredit: instagramCastro watched Bellingham play from a private box at the Bernabeu in midweekCredit: instagramAshlyn grew up in Los Angeles and has previously been linked with Michael B. JordanCredit: instagramBellingham, 21, has been dubbed one of the world’s most eligible bachelors.In the space of four years, the Stourbridge native went from playing in the Championship with Birmingham to lifting the Champions League trophy with Real. He penned a monster £70million contract after joining Real from Dortmund in a £115m deal.Bellingham and England teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold went on holiday to LA after last summer’s Euros.Shortly after, he and Castro began exchanging likes on their respective Instagram pages.The £220,000-a-week midfielder split from Ghanaian model Asantewa Chitty in 2023.He was linked with a “completely smitten” Laura Celia Valk last summer.But the Dutch beauty has since confirmed she is single in a recent Q&A with fans.Bellingham has settled into life in the Spanish capital, living in the exclusive La Finca neighbourhood alongside a host of A-list stars.Properties fetch up to £11million in the area, which offers the privacy that Bellingham craves.Jude’s teammate Kylian Mbappe has also bought in the district, which is guarded by round-the-clock security and infrared cameras.Bellingham’s mum Denise moved over with her boy to get him adjusted to life in Spain. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe explained: “My mum is there to just keep everything neutral really. “Without my mum, sometimes I’d get too low with the lows or too high with the highs and I stay pretty humble because I’ve got her around.”Bellingham has become a superstar since switching Dortmund for Real MadridCredit: Getty More

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      Liverpool owners set sights on buying new club as Fenway Sports Group target NBA champion Boston Celtics

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      LIVERPOOL owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) are targeting the Boston Celtics, according to reports.FSG, led by American businessman John W. Henry have led the Reds since completing a purchase in 2010.The NBA champion Boston Celtics are for saleCredit: ReutersFSG chief John W. Henry is looking to expand their sporting portfolioCredit: GettyThey also own MLB giants the Boston Red Sox, and NHL franchise the Pittsburgh Penguins.Now according to the Globe, Boston-based FSG are targeting the NBA champion Celtics.The Celtics formally announced last July, shortly after winning the NBA Finals, that the Grousbeck family are looking to sell the franchise.FSG are claimed to be one of “four or five” bidders to have since emerged.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe first round of the bidding process is set to close on January 23rd.Team governor Wyc Grousbeck could then choose a bid to go ahead with.Alternatively, the two best bids may move forward into a final round.The price is expected to exceed £5bn ($6bn).Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYSuccessful bidders will take over one of the NBA’s most prestigious franchises and an immediate title contender.They will also inherit the league’s third-most expensive roster which currently sits deep in the luxury tax.Liverpool boss Arne Slot frustrated to lose to Lucas Bergvall goal against Tottenham FSG expanded their sporting portfolio last year.They were part of a group that invested £2.4bn ($3bn) into golf’s PGA Tour.Liverpool, meanwhile, could be set to add more silverware to their collection this season, with Arne Slot’s side top of the Premier League and in League Cup, FA Cup and Champions League contention.That’s despite FSG signing just one player, Federico Chiesa, last summer.Liverpool are top of the Premier League tableCredit: AFP More