Elon Musk tweets he's buying a major sports team

Business tycoon and multi-billionaire Elon Musk claims he plans to buy Premier League powerhouse Manchester United.

Tesla's CEO shared his intentions via a tweet on Tuesday evening.

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"I'm also buying Manchester United so you're welcome," Musk wrote after tweeting about his political beliefs.

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It's unclear whether Musk is serious about buying a world-renowned soccer club — but there's no doubt he has the capital to do it.

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The eccentric billionaire is the richest man in the world with an estimated net worth of $270.1 billion, according to Forbes. Manchester United has an estimated worth of about $4.6 billion.

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Manchester United Plc is the property and ownership group that currently controls the football club, led by co-chairmen Joel and Avie Glazer.

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This possible change of ownership would be another key in an already chaotic start to Manchester United's 2022-23 campaign.

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Despite a wealth of talent (including international superstar Cristiano Ronaldo), the Red Devils started their season with two disappointing losses.

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