Mr Musk then shot back, calling Mr O’Leary an “utter idiot” who should be fired in a post on X. Mr Musk went on to publish a poll on X asking if he should purchase Ryanair and “restore Ryan as their rightful ruler”. Can Elon Musk actually buy Ryanair? Elon Musk is a citizen of South Africa, Canada, and the US. FIL Investments International holds 3.5% of the company, while Rothschild & Co Wealth Management owns 3% of Ryanair shares.

Source: Irish Examiner January 20, 2026 17:35 UTC