Former England defender Ryan Bertrand spearheads a consortium proposing an £87m minority investment in AFC Wimbledon, a League One club. Bertrand, alongside British technology expert Omar Mir, is at the forefront of this initiative through their investment vehicle, Sloane Street Capital (SSC).

On Wednesday night, the Dons Trust board presented their investment proposals, which include:

• £16m initial investment for a 34% minority share in AFCW PLC, the club's operating company.
• An additional £71m to be distributed over five seasons leading to the 2030-31 campaign.

If successful, SSC will manage football operations, with Bertrand serving as senior football advisor, while adhering to budgets set by the AFCW PLC board. The Dons Trust currently retains 50.01% of the voting shares to ensure fan control.

Bertrand stated, "AFC Wimbledon's story is unique in English football and it was built by its supporters. We are here to help it go further on and off the pitch... It would be an honour to join the Wimbledon family."

Key aspects of the deal include:

• Dons Trust retains voting rights and veto control over the Cherry Red Record Stadium freehold.
• SSC would occupy two of the twelve board seats, plus an observer position.
• Dons Trust maintains veto rights over the club's name, badge, colors, and constitution.

The voting period for Dons Trust members ends on 17 November. Earlier this year, members favored external investment while protecting fan ownership. Angus Fox, chair of the Dons Trust board, emphasized that the deal ensures a significant influx of funds while maintaining control over the club's identity.