American rapper and businessman, Jay Z, is reportedly planning a remarkable £2.2 billion takeover bid for Tottenham football club. This development comes after Tottenham's British owner, Joe Lewis, faced insider trading charges and pleaded not guilty. If Lewis is convicted, Jay Z is prepared to lead the bid alongside a group of US investors. This move comes years after Jay Z previously expressed interest in becoming a major investor in North London rivals Arsenal. With a net worth exceeding £1.95 billion and a passion for soccer, Jay Z sees an opportunity to become involved at a board level with a club as globally renowned as Tottenham, should the circumstances be right. His love for England's "beautiful game" has him keen on the idea of owning a controlling interest in a top club, following the footsteps of other US-owned football clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea.
