SuperSport United FC Owner Denies Involvement in Son's Investment
Gayton McKenzie, the owner of SuperSport United FC, has denied any involvement in his son's R400 million investment in the club. McKenzie made the statement in response to parliamentary questions from EFF MPs Eugene Mthethwa and Mandla Shikwambana.
What happened?
McKenzie's son, Calvyn Le'John, recently acquired SuperSport United FC and rebranded it as Siwelele Football Club. The club will be relocated to Bloemfontein. McKenzie has denied any involvement in the acquisition, saying he was not privy to the transaction and was impressed to learn that his son and his team had closed the purchase of SuperSport United Football Club with MultiChoice.
Why it matters for SuperSport United FC
The acquisition of SuperSport United FC by Le'John's firm has significant implications for the club. The new ownership has promised to bring in new investment and resources to help the club compete at a higher level.
What comes next?
McKenzie has stated that he is no longer involved in business dealings and has devoted himself fully to his role as a minister. He has also stated that his family is working on returning Bloemfontein Celtic to the Premier Soccer League.
McKenzie's statement has been met with skepticism by some, who have questioned the lack of transparency surrounding the acquisition of SuperSport United FC. However, McKenzie has maintained that he played no role in the acquisition and that his son and his team were responsible for the deal.
The acquisition of SuperSport United FC by Le'John's firm has been seen as a positive development for the club, with many believing that it will bring in new investment and resources to help the club compete at a higher level. However, the lack of transparency surrounding the acquisition has raised concerns among some fans and stakeholders.
McKenzie has stated that he is proud of his son for making his own mark on the world and being a shrewd businessman in his own right. He has also stated that he has declared his interests every year in the register, as required by law.
The acquisition of SuperSport United FC by Le'John's firm is a significant development for the club and the South African football landscape. It remains to be seen how the new ownership will impact the club's performance on the pitch and its relationships with fans and stakeholders.
