Here is all you need to know about Birmingham City FC owner Tom Wagner and his net worth
Despite winning 1-0 against a play-off-contending Norwich squad, Birmingham City was relegated from the Championship to compete in Sky Bet League One the next year.
For the fifth time in eleven years, the Blues needed to really win their season-ending game to maintain their position in the top division; however, this time, Paik Seung-ho’s header in the 55th minute ended their 13-year run.
Who is Tom Wagner owner of Birmingham City FC, what is his business and net worth in 2024
Blues chairman, Tom Wagner, greets supporters in the Gil Merrick Lower. 👏 pic.twitter.com/EYlQ1ULhV2
— BCFC Supporter Services (@BCFCEnquiries) May 4, 2024
If you’re a football fan, ofcourse you know how fans react when this happens with their favourites teams. Recently Troyes fans were outraged by the struggling team. The same situation for the Birmingham City fans as the situation first go well for the fans.
Meanwhile, someome had to step in and calm the fans down somwhow. Tom Wagner, owner of the team has reiterated his commitment to his vision for the Blues, even though Birmingham City was demoted to League One today. He said, as per Birmingham Mail UK:
Despite the disappointment of relegation, our steadfast commitment to the Blues and our loyal fans and community stands unwavering.”
He further continued that several obstacles and areas for development have come to light this season for the team. They accept the “realities” and are unwavering in the commitment to bringing about constructive change on and off the pitch.
Who is Tom Wagner?
Tom Wagner is mainly known for his ownership for football club Birmingham City. The American took over the side last year. He manages Shelby Companies Limited as its director, the subsidiary of Knighthead Annuity & Life Assurance Company and is co-founder of Knighthead Capital Management.
Shelby Companies Limited, named after the corporation featured in the Birmingham-based television series Peaky Blinders, was established last year by a Knighthead Investment subsidiary.
Wagner also managed Goldman, Sachs & Co in past. Together with business partner Ara Cohen, he established Knighthead Capital in 2008. The company is located in New York and oversees assets valued at approximately €9 billion, a report in the Birmingham Mail UK said.
The businessman is acquainted with American football legend Tom Brady, who already own four other franchises in different sports, as well as tennis player Kim Clijsters. Wagner is believed to have an estimated net worth of around $2 million.