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The 49ers were part of the US consortium who took control of Rangers last year but York is not involved in the day-to-day running of the club.<\/p>\n
Rangers and Leeds have both said they will not be commenting. <\/p>\n
The 49ers said: “As this is a legal matter, which has been resolved, we will not be providing any further comment at this time.”<\/p>\n
York became a co-owner of Rangers through 49ers Enterprises, the investment arm linked to the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers, where he serves as chief executive and principal owner.<\/p>\n
In May 2025, a consortium led by US businessman Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises completed a takeover of Rangers after acquiring a controlling 51% stake in the Scottish Premiership club.<\/p>\n
Cavenagh became Rangers chairman, with 49ers Enterprises taking a leading role in the club’s ownership.<\/p>\n
The takeover followed months of negotiations and brought Rangers under majority American-backed ownership.<\/p>\n
49ers Enterprises first invested in Leeds United in 2018 when the club was in the Championship, steadily increasing its investment as the Whites returned to the Premier League following a 16-year absence, before assuming full control in 2023.<\/p>\n
As an NFL owner, York is subject to league policies. “We are aware of the matter which will be reviewed under the personal conduct policy,” the NFL said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n