Eddie Jordan-led Group Acquires London Irish Club

A consortium led by Eddie Jordan, a former Formula One team owner, has successfully acquired the London Irish rugby club, which was expelled from the Premiership in 2023 due to financial difficulties including unpaid wages and debts of £30 million. The consortium, known as Jordan Associates, aims for the club's swift return to professional rugby, possibly targeting participation in the United Rugby Championship rather than the English structure. The new ownership plans to maintain the club's presence in west London, though specific arrangements for their playing venue have not been disclosed. The group has secured the club's intellectual property, brand, and rights, but not the Hazelwood training center. Eddie Jordan's son, Kyle Jordan, and other investors are committed to rebuilding the club and engaging with the global Irish diaspora. This acquisition is part of a broader strategy by Jordan Associates to build a portfolio of sports clubs, similar to the City Football Group's approach.