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David Byrom

Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani sends message to fans over club's future

Andrea Radrizzani has marked his fourth year of investment in Leeds United with a message over the club's future.

The Whites owner made an initial investment into 50 per cent of the club on January 4, 2017, which made him co-owner with Massimo Cellino.

Four months later, he bought the remaining shares to own the club outright and, under his stewardship, the Whites last season won promotion back to the Premier League, with Radrizzani an influential figure behind the decision to appoint Marcelo Bielsa as manager.

Whilst he continues to look for further investment in Leeds, Radrizzani reaffirmed his commitment to the club in a message posted on Twitter.

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"Yesterday marked the fourth anniversary of my initial investment in Leeds United," he said.

"I want to thank all of those who have sent me so many amazing messages of support. I love this club and everyone who works so hard for it every day.

"Can't wait to make more memories together."

The Whites' majority shareholder was recently named in the top 100 richest sports club owners in 2020.

Radrizzani earned his fortune through sports broadcasting, founding ASER Ventures and worldwide sports channel Eleven Sports.

He was placed 100th on the OLBG.com rich list with a reported net worth of £344.5m.

The Italian was recently linked with a possible takeover over Spanish club Valencia, with current owner Peter Lim said to be willing to sell his stake in the club.

According to reports in Spain, Radrizzani could be backed by American funds to finance a takeover at the Mestalla Stadium.

Radrizzani has previously spoken of his desire to create a network of European sides that has Leeds at the heart of it.

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