Chelsea Women announce new minority ownership stake

NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo has joined the ownership group of Chelsea Women. He is a close friend of Alexis Ohanian, the Reddit founder, who holds a 10 per cent stake in the club.

• Antetokounmpo said he is proud and honoured to support the club’s future, emphasising ambitions to boost women’s sport growth and contribute to Chelsea’s legacy.
• He shared the news on his social media, including photos in a Chelsea shirt, drawing enthusiastic responses from fans and the club’s official accounts.

• Antetokounmpo’s move is part of a growing trend of high-profile athletes investing in women’s sports to enhance visibility and financial support for elite female teams.