Legendary NFL Quarterback Tom Brady has decided to invest in English Championship side Birmingham City.
The seven-time Super Bowl winner announced via his official social media profiles this morning that he has become a minority shareholder in the Blues amid speculation linking his involvement with the club.
Here we go! Proud to be part of the Blues family 💙💙💙 @BCFC pic.twitter.com/lSEbzzpcBk
— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) August 3, 2023
Tom Brady joins second-tier English side
The 46-year-old superstar will also take up a role as chairman of a new advisory board at Birmingham according to an official statement by the club which confirmed Brady’s role would focus on global marketing efforts and commercial partnership opportunities for the club.
On the announcement, Brady admitted he “had a lot to learn” about English football but stated “I do know a few things about winning”- likening Birmingham’s usual status as underdogs to his 22-year-long playing career.
In an official statement for the club, Brady added: “Birmingham City is an iconic club with so much history and passion and to be part of the Blues is a real honor for me.”