"San Diego Wave FC Sold to LA Couple for NWSL-Record $113 Million"

The San Diego Wave FC is set to be sold for a record-breaking $113 million, with a potential total transaction value of $120 million, making it the richest deal in NWSL history. Billionaire Ron Burkle is selling the club to the Levine Leichtman family, who are expected to contribute to the team's growth and the San Diego community. The Wave's success as an expansion team and their ownership transition come ahead of their upcoming match against Gotham FC in the Challenge Cup, as the NWSL regular season kicks off this weekend.