Tiger Woods will be a huge success if he invests in MU, that is the prediction of former American goalkeeper who played in the Premier League – Brad Friedel.

Tiger Woods has been advised to invest in buying Manchester United because it would be “a great thing” for the Premier League . Brad Friedel believes Tiger Woods would be a huge success if he invested in Manchester United, but he would rather the golf legend invest in Liverpool.

Golf legend Tiger Woods has been backed to invest in Manchester United after a number of his fellow sports stars invested in other teams. Former Premier League and American goalkeeper Brad Friedel predicts Tiger Woods would be a huge success if he invested in a club like Manchester United. However, he would rather see the golf legend join another big English club.

The modern era has seen a number of sportsmen and celebrities get involved in English club ownership. NFL legends Tom Brady and JJ Watt have enjoyed success since buying stakes in Birmingham City and Burnley, while Wrexham have enjoyed a meteoric rise under the leadership of Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.

Brad Friedel believes Tiger Woods will be a huge success if he invests in MU. PHOTO: EPA

That prompted comments from former Premier League star Matt Jansen, who predicted a Tiger Woods-like figure would be a success if he made a similar investment. Former Liverpool goalkeeper Friedel, who admits he is a big fan of the Premier League champions, agreed that attracting such a name would be a huge success for any top club.

“I saw Matt Jansen say he wants Tiger Woods to take over Manchester United,” Brad Friedel shared, “I’d rather he didn’t come to Old Trafford. But if he did come, it would be great for the Premier League. Go to Liverpool, Tiger!”.

Despite the initial excitement surrounding Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s takeover of United, the Red Devils have yet to return to the top of the pitch under the British billionaire. In fact, United have finished in their lowest position in the Premier League twice since Ratcliffe took over the club in early 2024.

Back in August, Jansen, a three-time Blackburn Player of the Year who has been linked with a move to Manchester United, spoke optimistically about the new investment model in English football, citing the likes of Tiger Woods and NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan as examples of generational stars who could make an impact in the game.

“I think Tom Brady is a great example,” Jansen said, “Maybe Michael Jordan or Tiger Woods, people who were at the top of their sport, No. 1 in their sport, will always be more impressive and relatable to football than the music industry.

It could be any club, right? But players like Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods would probably go to Liverpool, Chelsea or Man United , those types of clubs. They’re big stars. So is Tom Brady, but Birmingham are actually doing what they say.

I think they will be a force this season. They can target EFL clubs. Look at what Wrexham have started and they have been successful. There will be others who will target legendary athletes like Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods.”

Jansen went on to note the current discontent around Ratcliffe’s management of United. And while Tiger Woods may not be a footballing genius, Jansen believes the “aura” of the 15-time major champion could bring success.

Woods’ move to Old Trafford could be a perfect fit, although Jansen has also hinted at the idea of ​​taking over Blackburn. As Jansen notes, Blackburn Rovers are “having a bit of trouble” with current owner Venky and could welcome investment from others.