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Doug King’s ambitious plans to ‘sweat’ Coventry City’s CBS Arena after striking £15m deal

Coventry City's owner is looking to provide the financial platform to keep the club in the Premier League…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 4:36 PM
Doug King’s ambitious plans to ‘sweat’ Coventry City’s CBS Arena after striking £15m deal
Key Things to Know
  • Coventry City agreed to a 10-year, £15 million deal with Legends Global to redevelop the CBS Arena.
  • Chairman Doug King aims to double club revenues from £160-170 million to over £300 million.
  • The arena investment will upgrade hospitality, technology, and food services to increase annual events to 800.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Coventry City chairman Doug King has outlined ambitious plans to maximize the CBS Arena's commercial potential after agreeing to a £15 million deal with Legends Global. The ten-year joint investment plan aims to upgrade the stadium's hospitality areas, technology, and food and beverage offerings to boost non-matchday income and host up to 800 events annually.

King hopes to double the club's revenue from roughly £160-170 million to more than £300 million to ensure long-term self-sufficiency. Additionally, King is purchasing Car Park C from the local council for £1.6 million, which will expand parking capacity and fund community initiatives over the next decade.

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