When several sports are joined, it is usually assured. He Le Mans FCsoccer team of the Second Division of Franceannounced on Friday the arrival of a new investor, the Brazilian group OutFieldof which the tennis player are part Novak Djokovicand the former pilots of Formula 1 Felipe Massapartner of Fernando Alonso in Ferrari For four years (2010-2014), and Kevin Magnussenin Haas Until last year – now competes in the Resistance world–.
«The Brazilian group outfield, together with Georgios Frangulis and a group of athletes, has acquired a participation in the Le Mans FC. This alliance marks a new milestone in the history of the club of Sarthein line with the ambitious vision of Thierry Gomez: Promote the sustainable growth of Le Mans FC in French football and turn it into the pride of the inhabitants of Le Mans, taking advantage of the unique sports legacy of the city, ”said the French team in its statement.
The club indicated that Outfield, «with more than 500 million euros invested in various sectors, both in Brazil As internationally, he is a recognized private capital firm specialized in sports »and that« his experience allows him to support sports clubs and organizations in his strategic, operational and financial development, taking advantage of specific resources and a high -level international network ».
Among the new investors are fragulis, founder and CEO of OakBerryhealthy food brand with more than 900 points of sale in more than 50 countries, and figures of “sport renown, motoring and entertainment” such as Djokovic, “whose mental strength and unique approach will contribute a considerable added value”, Massa and Magnussen, “that will help create a bridge between football and motor racing welcomes the traditional and prestigious 24 hours of Le Mans or a test of MotoGP World.
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«We want to contribute to the growth of the brand and the sport legacy of the city. Le Mans has a unique name in world sport, and the sense of belonging that the club offers makes this project exceptional. Novak, Felipe and Kevin understand it better than anyone, and that's why they are so excited, ”Frangulis said.
For his part, Massa recalled that his “passion for football” motivates him to “take this step”, “the Le Mans FC has a strong connection with motor racing, and when my good friend and partner in Oakberry, Frangulis, the project presented me, I wanted F1 ».
«It is undoubtedly a great opportunity, taking advantage of the good moment of French football, current champion of the Champions Leaguewhich is currently attracting significant investments, ”added the runner -up of the F1 world in 2008 with Ferrari.
«We have built a solid base for the club. This new alliance gives us the means to grow responsibly. Our immediate priority: invest in our infrastructure and create the conditions for a new training center approved by the DTNin order to be a national reference in medium -term training, ”said Gomez, president and owner of the Le Mans FC.
