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'We want to help him fly the plane': San Francisco 49ers president Paraag Marathe set to INCREASE 10 per cent stake in Leeds United and become bigger partners with current owner Andrea Radrizzani

The president of the San Francisco 49ers has boldly stated his eagerness to increase the NFL franchise's 10 per cent stake in high-flying Leeds United.

After 16 years out of the Premier League, Marcelo Bielsa's side have been a shining light so far this season with their brand of exciting, attacking football.

Current Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani is well-liked at the club but the 49ers' Paraag Marathe has made it known that he wants to play a bigger part in Leeds' top-flight journey.

San Francisco 49ers presidentu00a0Paraag Marathe wants to increase his stake in Leeds United

San Francisco 49ers president Paraag Marathe wants to increase his stake in Leeds United

Leeds owneru00a0Andrea Radrizzani is reportedly open to selling a minority stake in the club

Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani is reportedly open to selling a minority stake in the club

'We want to get more involved.