Al Fahim Asia Associates

The takeover of Portsmouth FC is being carried out by 'Al Fahim Asia Associates'. This is a company that was created specially by Al Fahim for the proposed purpose of acquiring the football club. As with all similar holding companies, Al Fahim is personally protected from the more serious implications of any financial failure. However it can make it harder for the holding company to borrow money without financial guarantees from they key shareholders. This kind of structure also facilitates the involvement of multiple owners for Portsmouth (as shareholders) and, although it is understood that Al Fahim is working with associates, their names remain closely guarded.