Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores has agreed to purchase a limited share of the Chargers, acquiring 27% that includes shares owned by Dea Spanos Berberian and other Spanos siblings. This deal is pending final approval from NFL owners and signals a potential resolution to the tumultuous legal battles faced by the Spanos family which included lawsuits about the team's ownership. Gores' involvement introduces a new dynamic as he has no governance rights but is making a personal investment.
The sale marks a significant moment for the Spanos family, who have endured several lawsuits, particularly from Dea Spanos Berberian, seeking the sale of the Chargers. Under the agreement, Berberian will withdraw her lawsuits against the team as part of this transaction, while Dean Spanos maintains control with 69% ownership alongside his siblings after the sale. This marks an important step in stabilizing the franchise and could serve as a turning point for family relations.
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