Back in 2010, a former football club chairman (He who should not be named in some parts) was interviewed by vital.
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.]There was a man who bankrolled, tho the interview seems to imply he did it reluctantly...
The last answer has a little bit of Irony in it about income streams for a football club. (cough cough no mention of Retail)
Wonder what would have happened if he brought the Ground what developments would come out?