"Whelan's net worth reached a staggering £190 million, which was significantly greater than Beckham's estimated £135 million at that point."
"Whelan remains a substantial figure of wealth in British sport, with his current wealth valued at upwards of £162 million."
"Reflecting on the missed opportunity, the businessman remarked: 'I made the wrong decision in regards to Manchester United, because it is interesting to see what has happened since.'"
Dave Whelan, former chairman and owner of Wigan Athletic, was wealthier than David Beckham at his peak, with a net worth of £190 million in 2011. Whelan guided Wigan through a successful Premier League period and an FA Cup victory in 2013. His current wealth is valued at over £162 million. Beckham's fortune has since surpassed Whelan's, estimated between £500 million and £700 million. Whelan had a chance to buy Manchester United in the 1980s but reflects on that missed opportunity as a wrong decision.
Read at Express.co.uk
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