Youtube Star Buys Minority Stake in Dagenham & Redbridge

YouTuber KSI has purchased a minority stake in National League South side Dagenham & Redbridge and says his long-term ambition is to help the club reach the Premier League.

The investment was announced as the club also confirmed that long-serving managing director Stephen Thompson will step down from his role and board position at the end of March.

Relegated to the sixth tier at the end of last season, Dagenham & Redbridge currently sit 13th in the National League South table with 49 points.

Speaking to the club’s official website, KSI outlined his ambitious vision.

"I'm so excited to start this journey. It's gonna be a rollercoaster for sure but I hope to bring Dagenham & Redbridge back to the glory days," he said.

"And once we reach that point, I want to go even further. Reaching the Premier League would be a dream. And I believe it is 100% doable.

"It will take a long time, so to the Daggers fans, please be patient.

"I want you to know that I am fully committed to making sure Dagenham & Redbridge is a team that everyone will know worldwide, and will be an exciting team to watch and support."

The club described the involvement of the 32-year-old content creator and entrepreneur as "its most significant strategic partnership to date", signalling a bold new chapter in its efforts to grow both on and off the pitch.