Egyptian billionaire and owner of Fulham Football Club Mohamed al-Fayed passed away on Wednesday, his family members informed the media. He was 94. A native of Egypt Fayed influenced the British community and football. He was laid to rest on Friday.
The media shared the news quoting Sky News. The family members appealed to respect the secrecy of his life.
Born in the Egyptian city of Alexandria Fayed started his career as a fizzy drink seller and then worked as a sewing machine salesman. He built his fortune in real estate, shipping, and construction business. He first moved to the Middle East and later to Europe. He bought the Harrods departmental stores and Fulham Football Club.
His son Dody and Princess Diana had died in a car accident in Paris on August 31, 1997.
