Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion, has acquired a minority stake in the English soccer club Birmingham City.

The club, which competes in the EFL Championship, the second tier of English football, revealed the partnership with Brady and New York-based investment firm Knighthead Capital Management, making him the chairman of the advisory board.

Brady, who retired from his illustrious NFL career in February at the age of 45, has won a record seven Super Bowl titles and earned five Super Bowl MVP trophies. Since then, he has ventured into various sporting investments worldwide, teaming up with Knighthead for this latest venture.

Expressing his excitement, Brady stated, “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.”

Despite being based in the UK’s second-largest city, the club has not been able to secure a spot in the prestigious Premier League since 2011, and its local rival, Aston Villa, has outshone it for some time.

Brady, acknowledging the club’s value of teamwork and determination, expressed his eagerness to work with the board, management, and players to elevate Birmingham City to new heights.

While recognising that he has much to learn about English football, he hopes to apply his winning mentality to bring success to the Blues.

Growth and success

Tom Wagner, Chairman of the Board, lauded Brady’s involvement as a “statement of intent” and emphasized his commitment to the club’s growth and success. As the Chair of the Advisory Board, Brady’s extensive expertise and time investment will directly impact the club’s direction.

The primary goal Brady has set for Birmingham City is to establish it as a respected leader in nutrition, health, wellness, and recovery across the football world. With the legendary NFL quarterback on board, the club looks to embrace the opportunities for growth and improvement.