Qataris sell minority stake in PSG
Paris Saint-Germain have announced that Arctos Partners and Qatar Sports Investments had reached a historic agreement on a strategic alliance and investment in the French football team.
The investment from Arctos will help PSG expand its business operations and further its strategic real estate goals, which include building the team's stadium and advancing the construction of its world-class training facility in the Poissy neighbourhood of Paris.
Arctos, according to PSG, will offer strategic services, knowledge, and insights to support the Club in realising its goals. These include maintaining the outstanding progress QSI has so far brought about at PSG; carrying on the Club's international expansion into new regions, including as North America; interacting with both new and old supporters globally; and working together to investigate sports investment prospects worldwide.
“We are delighted to welcome Arctos into the Paris Saint-Germain family as a strategic partner and investor. As a Club and institution, we are entering the next exciting phase of PSG’s growth and development, both on and off the pitch which is based on long-term ambitions and attaining excellence in everything we do” said Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, Chairman of Qatar Sports Investments.
“Arctos is a fantastic partner to help us achieve our goals, bringing strategic expertise, ideas and innovation to our business, while providing investment and new relationships to support our footballing and sporting goals. From day one, they have passionately believed in our project, our plan and vision for the Club and we are proud to have them as part of our family. Today is an important milestone in Paris Saint Germain’s history, which will contribute greatly to the continued success and growth of our great Club.”
Doc O’Connor, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Arctos Partners, added that: “QSI has transformed Paris Saint-Germain into one of the most renowned and successful football clubs in the world, building both a global brand and one of the most engaged fan communities in the world. Today, PSG is an iconic sports institution with a proud history and a regular contender for leading honors in domestic and European competitions. The first time we visited the Club, we felt the magic of PSG and its deep connection to the city of Paris.
“Our investment in the Club fully aligns with our strategy of partnering with best-in-class teams across North America and Europe. We are excited to be joining the PSG family and look forward to working together with President Nasser Al-Khelaïfi to maximise the Club’s potential, providing strategic expertise and investment to drive the next phase of development, growth and success of this great institution.”
State-owned QSI bought the Parisians club back in 2011 and since acquiring the football side, PSG has won 30 trophies and last year secured a record 11th French Ligue 1 title.
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