The former Disney chief executive has served as Blues chairman since August 2017
Michael Eisner has taken steps towards succession planning - and reaffirmed his desire for a ‘family-focused’ ownership of Pompey.
Pompey owner Michael Eisner picture with son Eric at Fratton Park.placeholder image
Pompey owner Michael Eisner picture with son Eric at Fratton Park. | PA
Eisner, through Tornante, previously owned 100 per cent of all shares in Pompey and Pompey Women since taking over the Blues from fan ownership in August 2017.
The change in ownership means Breck, Eric and Anders now individually own 24.5 per cent in the club - with their father retaining the remaining 26.5 per cent.
However, Michael Eisner keeps 100 per cent of voting rights and continues as the sole holder of significant interest, as defined by Football League regulations.
Eric and Breck Eisner now each own 24.5 per cent in Pompey. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImagesplaceholder image
Eric and Breck Eisner now each own 24.5 per cent in Pompey. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
‘I spoke about that with the PST and the fans, at The Guildhall and around Portsmouth.
‘My sons – along with my wife, Jane – have played an active role in the ownership of the club and have become avid and dedicated Pompey fans.
‘This change in the ownership structure puts on paper what has existed from the very start – a family focused approach to the ownership of this club.’
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