Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, singer Ciara and rapper Macklemore are among a group of 11 families that have joined the ownership group of the Seattle Sounders.
Wilson and wife Ciara are joined by the likes of Macklemore, former Microsoft executive Terry Myerson, Microsoft Chief Executive Officer Satya Nadella and Chief Financial Officer Amy Hood.
The group joined the existing ownership structure of Adrian Hanauer, Drew Carey and Jody Allen, while Hanauer Fútbol, a group comprised of Hanauer, Paul Barry and Lenore Hanauer, increased their overall investment in the club.
In addition, Sounders FC founding owner Joe Roth announced his departure from the club.