Find out who owns Leicester City FC, the owner's net worth, source of wealth and ownership history of the English football club.
Leicester City FC is an English professional football club based in Leicester, England. The Foxes compete in the EFL Championship.
Founded in 1884, Leicester City FC is a household name in English football, especially following their triumph in the 2015/16 Premier League season.
Who owns Leicester City FC?
Leicester City is currently owned by the King Power International Group. The Srivaddhanaprabha family has owned the football club since 2010, when it was purchased by Aiyawatt with a 55% stake, while other family members hold smaller shares.
Leicester City FC ownership structure
King Power International Group
King Power is a travel retail group. It owns Leicester City FC and Oud-Heverlee Leuven in the Belgian Pro League.
King Power operates a duty-free shop across Thailand and is the country's largest in the industry. Apart from King Power, the Srivaddhanaprabha family also has a stake in MahaNakhon skyscrapers.
Club Net Worth and Value
Leicester City is valued at around $781 million (£630 million) according to Forbes.
Ownership History
Leicester City FC was founded in 1884 and has gone through a series of owners throughout its history.
Milan Mandarić was the owner of the club before selling it to Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha in 2010 for £39 million. Following his passing, the ownership of the club was transferred to his son Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha in 2018.
Stadium Information
Leicester City plays their home games at the King Power Stadium located in Leicester, England.
Trophies and Achievements
Leicester City has won the English Premier League against all odds at the end of the 2015/16 season. The club has also won other domestic multiple trophies, including the FA Cup, EFL Cups, Community Shields, Championship and League One titles.