Leeds United Chat • Re: Wasserman and LUFC
Interesting info Cjay!! I was familiar with Wasserman but did not know that they represented so many of our players. But Top Agents have always had an influence in the movement of players they represent. Mino Raiola and Leigh Steinberg come to mind. So having a good working relationship with a top talent agency can help a club. There is no doubt about that. I see this as a good thing.
With regard to Alex Chang. I have no doubt that American marketing types would hype up the idea of marketing Leeds United to Americans. I just don't think it will have the impact that they think it will. UNLESS Leeds United qualify for the Champion's League. As I and others have noted. Americans are notorious glory hunters. Most American fans of the Primmer League glom onto the traditional big six clubs. It didn't work for Fulham FC even with Clint Dempsey leading them to a European Final.
At best the American connections will drive up the Premier League rights fees as casual viewership increases. (NBC paid about $2.7 Billion on a six year deal). The impact on individual clubs will be minimal.
With regard to Alex Chang. I have no doubt that American marketing types would hype up the idea of marketing Leeds United to Americans. I just don't think it will have the impact that they think it will. UNLESS Leeds United qualify for the Champion's League. As I and others have noted. Americans are notorious glory hunters. Most American fans of the Primmer League glom onto the traditional big six clubs. It didn't work for Fulham FC even with Clint Dempsey leading them to a European Final.
At best the American connections will drive up the Premier League rights fees as casual viewership increases. (NBC paid about $2.7 Billion on a six year deal). The impact on individual clubs will be minimal.