Ineos Counter-Sues Tottenham Over £11M Sponsorship Dispute Linked to Harry Kane Transfer

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company, Ineos, has launched a counter-lawsuit against Tottenham Hotspur amid a dispute over a terminated sponsorship deal. Tottenham had sued Ineos for over £11 million, alleging breach of a five-year partnership to promote Ineos' Grenadier as their official 4x4 vehicle partner, citing missed payments including a £5 million instalment and inflation-related fees. In response, Ineos countersued for more than £1 million, accusing Tottenham of negotiating sponsorship rights with Audi, a competitor, linked to the 2023 transfer of Harry Kane to Bayern Munich. Ineos contends that Tottenham's talks with Audi breached exclusivity rights under their agreement and justify the early termination of the sponsorship. The legal battle reflects tensions between the parties following Tottenham's Europa League victory over Manchester United and ongoing competition in the transfer market. Both sides are engaged in high-stakes litigation related to sponsorship and commercial rights tied to football transfers and partnerships.