John Textor

John Textor

businessman United States

John Textor is an American billionaire and the owner of Botafogo, whose investments in the club have sparked discussions about financial fair play in Brazilian football. Known for his aggressive approach to building the team, Textor's strategies have raised concerns among rival clubs about the sustainability of such spending.

Born on Jan 01, 1970 (55 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
167,281
Power
1,467$
Sentiment
3.09
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Arab Emirates 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 9,890,400 7,637 $430,000 332$
Brazil 1 3.00 0.08% +0% 211,049,527 159,644 $1,500,000 1,135$
Totals 2 220,939,927 167,281 $1,930,000 1,467$
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Recent Mentions

United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates: John Textor is the owner of Botafogo, the club against which Lucas Perri has filed a complaint. 5

Al Ittihad: حارس ليدز يشكو بوتافوجو! - الاتحاد للأخبار

Brazil Brazil: John Textor is the American controlling the Botafogo SAF and claims to have made two loans to Eagle Football Holdings in 2024 that have not been repaid. 5

O Globo: Justiça não concede bloqueio imediato de valores da Eagle em processo da SAF do Botafogo

United Kingdom United Kingdom: American businessman John Textor owns a stake in the club and is the majority owner of Lyon. 5

BBC: Crystal Palace appeal: Oliver Glasner would not swap Community Shield for Europa League

Brazil Brazil: John Textor is the owner of the Botafogo operation and is involved in a corporate crisis with Eagle Football Holdings. 6

O Globo: Em meio à crise com Lyon e Eagle, Botafogo divulga balanço com faturamento recorde e prejuízo de R$ 300 mi