Steve Pagliuca confirms NBA chief Larry Tanenbaum among partners in Chelsea bid

Steve Pagliuca has confirmed NBA chairman Larry Tanenbaum as co-managing partner in the Boston Celtics co-owner’s bid to buy Chelsea.

Celtics chief Pagliuca hailed Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors owner Tanenbaum as a “world-class individual” as the duo prepare to submit their final bid for the London club.

Pagliuca has also announced the other partners in his consortium, including former Disney chief executive Bob Iger and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin and businesswoman Elaine Saverin.

Larry is a world-class individual who is highly regarded in the global sports community, and his experience in sports governance, his long-term perspective, and civil construction expertise are tremendous assets for our group.- Steve Pagliuca

Golden State Warriors, LA Dodgers and Los Angeles FC co-owner Peter Guber, B Capital founder Raj Ganguly, venture capitalist Jim Breyer, investor John Burbank and tech entrepreneur Div Turakhia are also involved.

“Larry is a world-class individual who is highly regarded in the global sports community, and his experience in sports governance, his long-term perspective, and civil construction expertise are tremendous assets for our group,” Pagliuca said.

Canadian Tanenbaum’s vast experience in sports franchise administration offers a clear boost to Pagliuca’s bid for the Blues.

“The decision to partner with Steve was an easy one as we share similar values and passion for sports,” Tanenbaum said.

“Once we started speaking, it was clear that we share the same long-term vision and goals for Chelsea Football Club.

“I can reassure Chelsea supporters that both Steve and I are committed to supporting a championship-winning team, building a state-of-the art stadium at Stamford Bridge, investing in our