Jurgen Klopp has been tasked by France's richest family with making Paris FC a worthy competitor to Paris Saint-Germain.
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Red Bull is a minority stakeholder at Paris FCKlopp set to join Red Bull as head of global soccerGerman manager to be involved in the projectFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱AFPWHAT HAPPENED?
The Arnault family, owners of the LVMH luxury empire, is set to acquire a 52% stake in Paris FC, marking the beginning of a long-term project to revitaliSe the club. Red Bull, the global sports and energy drink conglomerate, will hold an 11% share, while the current owner, Pierre Ferracci, will retain a 30% stake. By 2027, the Arnaults' ownership is expected to rise to 80%, with Red Bull also increasing its involvement to 15%. This strategic investment is part of a vision to develop Paris FC into a force in French football.
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Klopp will join Red Bull in January as their head of global soccer. The collaboration between Klopp and Red Bull brings a cutting-edge approach to player development and recruitment. Hence his involvement with Paris FC is already underway, as Arnault confirmed having extensive discussions with the German tactician.
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“I’ve spoken with Klopp several times, and he’s very, very excited about working with us,” said Antoine Arnault, son of billionaire Bernard Arnault during a press conference.
“We’re not coming in alone,” Arnault said. “Red Bull is by our side because we know what we’re good at and what we’re not. We have management skills, but none in football operations. Paris has probably the best talent pool in the world, rivalling only Sao Paulo. Red Bull’s revolutionary data tools will greatly aid our scouting efforts.”
RIVALRY WITH PSG?
Although Paris FC’s ambitions could position them as challengers to PSG, Arnault was quick to dispel the idea of an intense rivalry. “PSG is a club I’ve loved since I was 12 years old,” he said. “You’ll never hear me say anything negative about it. I don’t exclude supporting two clubs in the capital.”