Manchester City Ownership Group

Abu Dhabi United Group Majority Owner of Manchester City Football Club

CFG Acquires Club Stake

Manchester City Football Club is currently owned by the City Football Group (CFG), a holding company with a majority stake held by the Abu Dhabi United Group (ADUG). Sheikh Mansour, the owner of ADUG, oversaw the 2008 acquisition of Manchester City Football Club. Under his guidance, the club has become one of the most successful in English football.

Mansour's Comprehensive Ownership Network

In addition to Manchester City, Sheikh Mansour's sporting interests also include his ownership of the City Football Group. CFG comprises several other football clubs, including Melbourne City FC and New York City FC.

Silver Lake's Acquisition

Recent news reveals that the US private equity firm Silver Lake has acquired a stake in the City Football Group. This acquisition represents nearly a quarter of the club's ownership. Sheikh Mansour has reportedly been proactively selling stakes to major investors, indicating a shift in ownership over time.