Who owns Sunderland AFC? Owner's net worth, source of wealth and ownership history

Who owns Sunderland AFC? Owner's net worth, source of wealth and ownership history 

Who owns Sunderland AFC? Owner's net worth, source of wealth and ownership history 

Find out who owns Sunderland AFC, the owner's net worth, source of wealth and ownership history of the club.

Sunderland AFC is a household name in English football based in Sunderland, England. The club was founded in 1879. 

When it comes to success, Sunderland has a rich history, having won six English top-flight titles and the FA Cup. 

Who owns Sunderland AFC?

Sunderland AFC is owned by Kyril Louis-Dreyfus and Juan Sartori, who are the majority owners of the club.

Sunderland AFC Ownership Structure 

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus 64%

Juan Sartori 36%

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus is a Swiss-French businessman. He is a member of the Louis-Dreyfus family and plays a significant role in the family-owned Louis-Dreyfus Group, a company focused on agricultural commodities, hedge fund management and sea vessels.

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus's wealth has been accrued through inheritance from the Louis-Dreyfus Group. Today, the family has an estimated net worth of £4 billion.

Juan Sartori

Juan Sartori is a Uruguayan businessman and politician. He is the president and founder of the investment management and private equity firm known as the Union Group. His net worth is approximately $80 million.

Union Group has significant interest in diverse areas globally, including energy, real estate and agriculture.

Club Net Worth & Valuation 

Sunderland AFC has an estimated market value of $190 million.

Ownership History

Local business owners (1879-2018)

Stewart Donald (2018-2021)

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus (2021-2023)

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus initially acquired 41% of Sunderland.

Louis-Dreyfus and Sartori (2023-Present)

Stadium Information 

Sunderland AFC plays its home games at the Stadium of Light located in Sunderland, England.