Ryan Reynolds is set to become a co-owner of Colombian side Equidad FC as part of a £11.8 million investment by the Tylis-Porter group. The Hollywood actor, who along with Rob McElhenney transformed Wrexham AFC, joins investors including Eva Longoria, Justin Verlander, and Mesut Ozil in the deal.
Equidad, currently 13th in Colombia's Categoria Primera A, announced the new ownership on social media, stating that the presentation will take place in Bogotá in January. Club president Carlos Zuluaga will remain in his role, while manager Alexis Garcia is also expected to stay on.
The Tylis-Porter group's total investment is reported to be around £11.8 million ($15 million), though Reynolds's personal stake has not been disclosed. The takeover may lead to significant changes, including a potential name change and relocation from Bogotá, as the club competes with larger local rivals Millonarios and Santa Fe.
Equidad spent years as an amateur side before reaching the top flight in 2006 and winning the Copa Colombia in 2009. Despite never winning a league title, the club is known for its competitiveness. The new owners aim to attract a younger fan base to secure the club's future.
