Tottenham confirm £100m injection from owners ENIC amid takeover talks
The North London club are not up for sale according to the Lewis family
Tottenham owners ENIC have invested £100million in new funds aimed at supporting “long-term sporting success” in North London.
The fresh injection comes just weeks after the surprise exit of long-serving executive chairman Daniel Levy, who stepped down last month after nearly a quarter of a century in charge.
His departure sparked speculation that the Lewis family – Spurs’ majority shareholders – were considering selling the club.
However, those close to the family have since dismissed such rumours, insisting that they have no intention of selling and remain focused on building a stronger future both on and off the pitch.
In recent months, three separate investment groups reportedly expressed interest in taking over the club, but all approaches were swiftly rejected, with each party confirming they would not be submitting formal bids.
The new £100m capital boost represents the clearest indication yet that the Lewis family plans to remain hands-on in guiding Tottenham forward.
In a statement confirming the news, the club said: “This equity injection will further strengthen the club’s financial position and equip the club’s leadership team with additional resources to continue the focus on driving long-term sporting success.
“This additional capital is part of the Lewis family’s ongoing commitment to the club and its future.”
A new chapter under fresh leadership
The Lewis family’s influence has become increasingly visible in recent weeks. Joe Lewis’s children, Vivienne and Charles, have taken on more prominent roles within the club’s structure, alongside Nick Beucher, Vivienne’s son-in-law.
It was the family who made the decisive call to part ways with Levy, paving the way for Vinai Venkatesham – formerly of Arsenal – to take charge of day-to-day operations as Tottenham’s new chief executive.
At the same time, Peter Charrington has been appointed non-executive chairman, bringing a renewed focus on governance and long-term planning. Charrington praised the ownership group for their show of financial support.
“As I stated a few weeks ago, our focus is on stability and empowering the management team to deliver on the club’s ambitions,” Charrington said.
“I know the Lewis family are also ambitious for the future. Today’s capital commitment reflects that ambition and I would like to thank them for their ongoing support.
“We will continue to do all we can to ensure that Vinai and his team are supported in the best way possible to take this club forward.”
A source close to the Lewis family reiterated that the £100m injection is not a one-off measure, but part of a broader, flexible commitment to help the club achieve success.