Key facts
- Benfica has told US investor Tim Leiweke he cannot acquire a stake in the Portuguese club.
- The club cited Leiweke's existing investments in other European teams as the reason for the rejection.
Benfica has informed US investor Tim Leiweke that he cannot acquire a stake in the Portuguese club. The decision was based on Leiweke's existing investments in other European football teams. Sources familiar with the matter indicated that the club's policy prevents such conflicts of interest.