While Sartori and Louis-Dreyfus’ combined wealth may not come to the fore in League One – given the salary cap restrictions – it could become vital as the Wearsiders climb the pyramid.
So using data from the summer of 2020, we’ve estimated where the Black Cats could rank among the country’s richest clubs if the takeover is completed:
13. Sunderland
Given Kyril Louis-Dreyfus' $2billion trust fund, and the fact Juan Sartori had a business empire that was - at one point - worth over $1billion, a conservative estimate would put their joint worth at around £2bn. Photo: Getty Images
14. Newcastle United
Another club where a change in ownership may come soon, Newcastle owner Mike Ashley was estimated to be worth around £1.8bn earlier this year. Photo: Catherine Ivill
15. Everton
He splashed the cash this summer, and Everton owner Farhad Moshiri is thought to also be worth in the region of £1.8bn. Photo: Alex Livesey