Crystal Palace in danger after PSG owner file report following recent remark.
American entrepreneur John Textor, who holds majority stakes in Botafogo, Crystal Palace, and Olympique Lyonnais, has sparked tensions with Paris Saint-Germain following his recent comments.
Speaking to Brazilian media outlet Globo, Textor expressed his ambition to outperform PSG but noted the significant financial disparity between Lyon and the Paris-based club. He characterized the situation as competing against Qatar rather than a typical club owner, citing PSG’s substantial spending power.
Textor’s remarks have drawn a strong reaction from PSG. The club’s general secretary, Victoriano Melero, issued a letter threatening legal action against Textor. The letter, obtained by RMC Sport, addressed several of Textor’s public statements that criticized PSG either directly or indirectly.
Melero pointed out that a significant portion of PSG is now owned by American investors Arctos, countering Textor’s claim of competing against a country.
Additionally, Textor criticized the recent broadcasting rights deal won by DAZN and beIN Sports, arguing for a more forward-looking approach. He advocated for the French football league (LFP) to create its own broadcasting channel, viewing it as an opportunity for innovation.
PSG’s letter concluded with a warning that further “defamatory and damaging comments” from Textor could result in legal action in both Brazil and France.