That would guarantee seats on the board - but the ownership structure of the club is currently complex, with Dave King owning 13 per cent and Douglas Park not far behind with 12 per cent and the likes of George Taylor with just over 10 per cent.
Leeds Utd chairman Paraag Marathe - in charge of the NFL giants' Investment arm, 49ers Enterprises - is one of the key men involved in the proposal, alongside at least one other wealthy US businessman.
TALKS are at an advanced stage over a stunning potential takeover of Rangers by cash rich American football side the San Francisco 49ers.
49ers Enterprises purchased a 15 per cent stake in the Elland Road outfit in 2018, but now own the club outright.
The 49ers interest in the Ibrox side comes at a time of increasing investment from US businessmen - and sports figures in particular - in the Scottish game.
