Why are so many rich Americans investing in British soccer teams?

Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds (from right), his wife Blake Lively and Rob McElhenney pose with fans before the English League One soccer match between Wrexham and Charlton Athletic at the Racecourse ground in Wrexham, Wales, on April 26, 2025.

American millionaires and celebrities are buying up British soccer teams in record numbers.

(Image credit: Jon Super)