Mmobuosi was described in the outlet as a “billionaire”, with his company specialising in the telecommunications, remittance, healthcare, and agriculture sectors all across the globe.
Mmobuosi’s identity being leaked saw fans turn to Google in their thousands to discover more about him, with one question asked more often than any other – how much cash has he got?
Although his exact net worth is not known, his Tingo International Holdings company is said to be worth £7bn – leaving Blades dreaming of a mega-rich investor taking charge of their club.
But how does that reported net worth compare in the Championship, a division where a fair few clubs are also owned by remarkably well-off individuals? With the data publicly available, either of individuals or their companies, we had a look, in reverse order ...
1. SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: A general view inside the ground prior to the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Fulham at Bramall Lane on October 18, 2020 in Sheffield, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Carl Recine - Pool/Getty Images)
Sheffield United are reportedly close to being taken over by a Nigerian businessman: Carl Recine - Pool/Getty Images Photo: Pool
2. Hull City
Turkish television personality and producer Acun Ilicali is thought to have a net worth of $100 million Photo: George Wood
4. Millwall
Millwall's John Berylson and Richard Smith are thought to be worth over £150m Photo: Warren Little