Alisher Usmanov
- Date of Birth: 09 September 1953
- Birthplace: Chust, Uzbekistan
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Stan Kroenke to buy-out Alisher Usmanov's Arsenal stake
Arsenal majority shareholder Stan Kroenke has reportedly lodged an attempt to purchase Alisher Usmanov's stake with the north London giants.
Alisher Usmanov still keen on Arsenal takeover
Russian magnate Alisher Usmanov remains keen on becoming Arsenal's major shareholder despite a failed takeover earlier last month.
Arsene Wenger to extend Arsenal stay irrespective of FA Cup result
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger will reportedly ink a two-year contract with the north London club following the FA Cup final against Chelsea this weekend.
Alisher Usmanov relishes Wayne Rooney at Arsenal
Arsenal shareholder Alisher Usmanov regards Manchester Striker Wayne Rooney would be a huge success if he joined Arsenal this summer.
Usmanov wants greater Arsenal stake
Uzbek Billionaire and shareholder Alisher Usmanov wants to increase his stake in Arsenal in a move that could cause several boardroom battles at the London club.
Dein backs Usmanov
Former Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein has backed Russian Alisher Usmanov to help bring the glory days back to the Gunners. Usmanov has been mounting a takeover bid for the club for some time, but there is now a lock down agreement in place.
Arsenal to let Kroenke on board
Arsenal have reportedly told American tycoon Stan Kroenke that he could well be ready to step up to the plate as the new primary shareholder in the football club. Kroenke has built new strong relationships with the existing board of directors at the Emirates.
Hill-Wood admits Kroenke talks
Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood has admitted that he has held positive talks with 12 percent Gunners shareholder, American Stan Kroenke. Arsenal are desperate to stave off the interest of Red and White Holdings - headed by Alisher Usmanov - who could mount a takeover of the club.
Usmanov: no Arsenal takeover
Arsenal's majority shareholder Alisher Usmanov has 'no plans' to purchase any more than 25 percent of the club yet, and will not make any formal offer of a takeover for at least another six months.
Dein assures Usmanov
David Dein has had a meeting with Alisher Usmanov and insisted that he has a good relationship with the remainder of the Arsenal board. Usmanov is reportedly worried that Dein's relationship with Hill-Wood could effect his chances of a takeover of the club.
