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LeBron James and Liverpool: The LA Lakers star’s Premier League investment explained

A sensation on the court, 'King James' has also demonstrated that he has a nose for business and his empire spans sports

Los Angeles Lakers power forward LeBron James is one of the biggest stars in sport, but he is not just famed for his prowess on the basketball court.

Off the court, the man affectionately known as 'King James' has been diligently honing his business acumen and has been investing the wealth that he has acquired through his exploits in the NBA in a variety of ventures.

As well as securing lucrative endorsements with brands such as Nike and negotiating clever deals with the likes of Beats Electronics, James has also branched out into the Premier League after becoming a minority shareholder in Liverpool, one of English football's most successful teams.