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Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, commonly known as Sheikh Mansour, is an Emirati royal, politician, and businessman from the ruling family of Abu Dhabi.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, commonly known as Sheikh Mansour, is an Emirati royal, politician, and businessman from the ruling family of Abu Dhabi. He has served as Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and is widely known for his ownership role in Manchester City and broader football investments through the City Football Group.

Early life and family

Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan was born in Abu Dhabi in 1970 and is a member of the Al Nahyan ruling family of Abu Dhabi. He is part of the broader Emirati royal family network and is often referred to as Sheikh Mansour.

Political career

He has held senior roles in the government of the United Arab Emirates, including Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Presidential Court. Public sources also describe him as a senior figure in Abu Dhabi’s ruling establishment.

Football involvement

Sheikh Mansour is best known internationally for his involvement in football, especially as the owner of Manchester City. Public sources also connect him to the City Football Group and related club investments.

Business interests

Alongside his political role, he is described as a businessman with investments in various sectors. Sources identify him as one of the most prominent business figures in the UAE.

Key facts

  • Member of the ruling Al Nahyan family of Abu Dhabi.
  • Born in Abu Dhabi in 1970.
  • Held senior UAE government positions including Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister.
  • Serves as Minister of Presidential Court.
  • Internationally known for ownership of Manchester City and football investments via City Football Group.
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Canadian context

Canadian football readers may know him through global coverage of Manchester City, a club with major international visibility in English football.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sheikh Mansour?
Sheikh Mansour is the common name of Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, an Emirati royal, politician, and businessman from Abu Dhabi.
What is his connection to Manchester City?
He is widely known for his ownership role in Manchester City and for football investments associated with the City Football Group.
What government positions has he held?
He has served as Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and as Minister of Presidential Court.
When was he born?
He was born on 20 November 1970.
Where is he from?
He was born in Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates.
Why is he notable in football?
He is one of the most prominent owners in modern football because of his control of Manchester City and related club holdings.

References

  1. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/money/Sheikh-Mansour-ibn-Zayed-Al-Nahyan
    Supports: Birth date, Abu Dhabi origin, senior Abu Dhabi dynasty member, and football investment/Manchester City ownership
  2. Mubadala — https://annual2024.mubadala.com/en/our-leadership/board-of-directors/his-highness-sheikh-mansour-bin-zayed-al-nahyan
    Supports: Current titles including UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Mubadala Board
  3. Diwan of the Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region — https://diwan.gov.ae/minister/en/
    Supports: Born in Abu Dhabi in 1970 and official government role information
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mansour_bin_Zayed_Al_Nahyan
    Supports: Full name, birth date, vice president/deputy prime minister role, minister of presidential court, and public identification as Sheikh Mansour