Bristol City Set for Major Shake-Up Behind the Scenes
Bristol City is in advanced talks regarding a potential investment into the club. According to Sky Sports, the Robins could be set for a significant investment from an unnamed businessman. The Championship side have been up for sale for quite some time, with owner Steven Lansdown making it clear that he would cash in for the right price.
What Happens Next?
The Lansdown family have been in charge of the Bristol outfit since 1996, but he is now closing in on selling a majority of his shares in the club. Bristol City reached the play-offs as recently as 2025, but were unable to earn promotion to the Premier League. Michael Skubala's side kicked-off their current campaign last Saturday with a 2-0 defeat to last year's play-off semi-finalists Millwall.
Why It Matters for Bristol City
The change in ownership will be a massive shift for Bristol City. Every change in ownership is a massive gamble on the future direction of a club at this level, and there are plenty of good and bad examples. Bloom and Benham have both drastically improved the fortunes of their respective teams, so someone coming in with a similar background will excite fans.
What Comes Next?
Bristol City have completed nine signings so far this summer, with just two weeks remaining in the market. The Robins have added the likes of Lorent Tolaj, Dominic Ballard, Sam Tickle and Sam Greenwood, among others. Bristol City return to action on 22 August with a trip to face Birmingham City in a 12.30pm kick-off.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 12th in Championship, 62 pts, 17W-11D-18L from 46 games, recent form WLDLD. Goals this season: 59 scored, 59 conceded (0 goal difference). Title race: 33 points behind leaders Coventry. Last result: Bristol City 2-0 Stoke City (2026-05-02). Recent form (last 5): 2W-1D-2L (WWLLD, most recent first); on a 2-game winning run. Next fixture: vs Bolton (away, 2026-10-31).
