Jay-Z's interest in purchasing Premier League football side Tottenham Hotspur comes in the wake of charges against the current owner, Joe Lewis, who was charged with insider trading offenses earlier in July. The charges involved providing information to romantic partners and private pilots, and Lewis has responded with a not-guilty plea.

The estimated market value of Tottenham Hotspur is $2.8 billion USD, a number that is considered achievable by Jay-Z, according to an associate for the rapper. The bid is said to have the backing of fellow investors, making it a potentially audacious move.

However, the outcome of the charges against Joe Lewis remains uncertain. If Lewis does not walk away free, Jay-Z is reportedly prepared to move quickly if the price is right to acquire the football club. As of now, the situation is still developing, and Jay-Z's potential bid adds an interesting twist to the club's future ownership.

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