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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
Sport
Ewan Paton

Moment American investor broke cover at recent Rangers match

This is the night that Paraag Marathe broke his cover amid ongoing investment talks with Rangers.

Photos have emerged of the American in the stands at Old Trafford last month, as Philippe Clement's side narrowly lost to Manchester United 2-1.

Marathe could be seen sitting in the VIP section of the main stand of the ground, with Rangers chiefs, such as new CEO Patrick Stewart, nearby.

Marathe, President of 49ers Enterprises, the business arm of the San Francisco 49ers NFL franchise, is edging closer to a deal to acquire a controlling stake in the Scottish Premiership side.

Dave King, the club's current majority shareholder, is ready to sell his stake, which would allow American investors to enter.


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It's believed that the consortium could finalise their takeover by June.

Talks have been ongoing with Marathe for months, and it seems that 49ers Enterprises could take on a shareholding of over 50 percent.

The group also owns Leeds United, with Marathe the current chairman of the Championship club.

This photo of Marathe is the first time we've seen the businessman publicly interact with Rangers, with his appearance at Old Trafford courtesy of an invite from the hierarchy at Ibrox.

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