Conor McGregor reveals plan to buy TWO football teams hours after Elon Musk linked with Liverpool takeover
The former UFC champion could become the owner of two clubs.
Conor McGregor has claimed that he wants to buy two football clubs after Elon Musk was linked with a shock takeover of Liverpool.
McGregor, 36, was pictured with the FAI Cup after his cousin, Warren Davis, was part of Drogheda’s squad for their 2-0 win against Derry City on November 10.
The MMA fighter posted a photograph holding the cup to his Instagram on Tuesday captioned: "How much is it to buy a League of Ireland team? I might buy two".
This came after Elon Musk, the richest man in the world worth $415.8B (£344B) according to Forbes, was linked with a potential takeover of Liverpool.
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His father, Errol Musk claimed his son would be interested in purchasing the Reds, although no offers have been put forward at this time.
"I can't comment on that,” said Errol when speaking on Times Radio.
“They'll raise the price."
Although he conceded that his son was ‘interested’ but stressed how “that doesn’t mean he’s buying it”.
“He would like to yes, obviously,” he added.
“Anybody would want to - so would I."
Liverpool, currently owned by Fenway Sports Group (FSG), are worth $5.37B (£4.3B) according to Forbes.
However, Sky Sports News chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol has explained how the club “are not for sale”.
"The owners have not received any offers or approaches from anyone, including Elon Musk or any members of his family,” said Solhekol.
Drogheda issue statement
Based on a statement posted by Drogheda after McGregor's post, it is fair to assume his interest in the club has not been welcomed.
The club explained how McGregor's post "has been brought to our attention regarding the FAI Cup".
"Those pictured are a close relation to one of our first team players, who like all the other players had custody of the cup to celebrate with their families at different intervals," the club said.
"Drogheda United do not associate ourselves with the individual who made the social media post in any way, or with any unauthorised brands mentioned."
In November an Irish jury found McGregor liable for assault in a civil rape case according to BBC.
The 36-year-old was ordered to pay 248,000 euros (£206,000) in damages.
Topics: Conor McGregor, Football, Liverpool, MMA, Champions League
Luke Davies