I think almost all the big midlands clubs are owned by Chinese/Asian investors now. The Chinese are also investing in various industrial projects/companies in the region as well.I’ve never been too sure what Wolves are up to, but that huge level of Fosun money seems to be doing absolute wonders for them, mini Man City perhaps.
Edit: one google later...
How a soccer agent and Chinese billionaire aimed to trade in players
The Portuguese super-agent Jorge Mendes joined forces with investors from Shanghai and planned to cash in on buying and selling athletes, documents show.www.reuters.com
Definitely a bit of wheeling and dealing going on.