MSP Sports Capital is a company that has been making waves in the sports industry, led by Chairman and Partner Jahm Najafi and Chief Executive Officer and Partner Jeff Moorad. With a strong focus on international investments, the firm has made notable deals such as a $300 million investment for a 33% stake in U.K.-based McLaren Racing in December 2020.
MSP has also expanded its portfolio by taking stakes in European soccer teams in Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Portugal, and Spain. The company’s success doesn’t stop there – they are also rumored to be involved in the sale of Premier League club Everton. In addition to their domestic and international acquisitions, MSP further expanded its portfolio by acquiring a majority stake in the X Games from ESPN in 2022.
Jahm Najafi is well-known for his minority ownership of the Phoenix Suns basketball team, while Jeff Moorad has had a successful sports career with leadership roles with the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres. Their partnership at MSP Sports Capital has allowed them to make significant investments in the sports industry both domestically and abroad through strategic acquisitions and deals.
