Interesting article doing the rounds today... http://josimarfootball.com/the-trillion-dollar-gambling-game/ TLDR Gamblers in the Far East are using ownership and sponsorship of EPL clubs for money laundering purposes...
Makes you wonder why certain groups want a portfolio of clubs. Allegedly. If it was to get round issues faced by Brexit surely certain players would be allowed to play if fit.
I've heard a rumour that a prem club looked at their accounts and finances and calculated their budget before buying players that were under that budget cap they had self imposed and ensured the long term stability of their club. Now that HAS to surprise you