John Textor, once a champion skateboarder, shifted focus to football club ownership by purchasing a stake in Crystal Palace. His company, Eagle Football Holdings, faces a crucial week with pending ownership changes and the appeal regarding Lyon's relegation. Textor's sale of his 43% share in Crystal Palace to Woody Johnson is contingent on passing the Premier League's owners' test. Lyon's appeal outcome will significantly impact Palace's Europa League participation. Textor has recently resigned from leadership roles at Lyon, which has been fined for failing financial sustainability regulations, requiring substantial investment to remain in Ligue 1.
John Textor, known for his past as a champion skateboarder, transitioned from sports to football club ownership by buying a stake in Crystal Palace and pursuing ventures in European football.
A significant week lies ahead, as Textor is set to sell his 43% share in Crystal Palace to Woody Johnson, pending Premier League approval and the outcome of Lyon's relegation appeal.
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