# Alalshikh's Investment in Derby County Nears Completion

Saudi official Turki Alalshikh is moving closer to finalizing an investment in English football club Derby County. The deal would provide much-needed financial support for the club, which has faced recent struggles. This investment highlights growing Middle Eastern interest in British football.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cvg0nm0gvywo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:38:57 GMT