Brighton owner Bloom bids for 29% stake in Hearts

Tony Bloom, owner of Brighton, has formally proposed investing just under £10 million for a 29% stake in Heart of Midlothian. This offer will be evaluated by the Foundation of Hearts, the fan group holding a majority share, which needs to secure over 50% member approval for the deal. Should it pass, Bloom would obtain non-voting rights shares and a board seat through an appointee. FoH has assured fans that this investment is not a precursor to creating a feeder club arrangement. Bloom is optimistic about Hearts' potential in Scottish football, aiming for a transformative impact on the team’s future.

Tony Bloom's nearly £10m offer for a 29% stake in Heart of Midlothian emphasizes his commitment to the club's potential and reinforces FoH's supportive role in the decision.

Foundation of Hearts highlights that voting will determine the acceptance of Bloom's proposal, asserting it as an independent investment, without making Hearts a satellite for his other clubs.

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