Golf superstar Jordan Spieth has offered fresh insights into the investment strategy of 49ers Enterprises, the investment arm of the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers, while also expressing a strong and clear opinion regarding the group’s potential involvement with Rangers Football Club.
Spieth, a three-time major winner and one of the most recognizable figures in global golf, became a minority investor in Leeds United in 2023 alongside fellow golfer Justin Thomas. Their investment came through the 49ers Enterprises group, which had acquired a full stake in the English club with the aim of returning it to Premier League glory. Now, Spieth has revealed that the 49ers aren’t stopping there—they’re actively exploring new opportunities in the football world.
According to Spieth, the group is keen to expand its football portfolio and is reportedly in discussions to invest in another prominent football club. Although he did not mention a specific club by name, it is widely believed that Rangers FC of Scotland is at the center of those talks. This interest aligns with the 49ers’ strategy of targeting historically significant clubs with strong fanbases and untapped commercial potential.
However, Spieth made one thing absolutely clear about any potential move involving Rangers: success on the pitch must be the priority. Reflecting on the Leeds United experience, he emphasized that any investment must be backed by a serious commitment to improving the football side of operations, not just the financials or branding. He noted that the transformation seen at Leeds, through structured recruitment, strategic leadership, and performance-based goals, should serve as the model moving forward.
His stance suggests that the golf champion is not merely a passive investor but someone who deeply values the culture and competitive goals of the clubs he associates with. Spieth insisted that any takeover of Rangers or similar clubs should focus first and foremost on sporting success, including investments in players, coaching, and long-term development.
The takeover of Rangers by the 49ers-led consortium is already well advanced, with negotiations believed to be in the final stages. A 51% controlling stake has reportedly been agreed upon, accompanied by a multi-million-pound share issue intended to strengthen the squad and infrastructure. Key board changes and strategic restructuring have also been initiated as part of the agreement.
With Spieth’s voice adding weight to the ambitions of 49ers Enterprises, the message is clear: any expansion into clubs like Rangers will be about more than money. It’s about restoring footballing greatness through disciplined, focused investment—something Spieth and the 49ers appear firmly committed to achieving.