The club reported on the process of more than a year to accept new investors; sale of equipment is ruled out
Necaxa reported that it is in the process of accepting investors, but rules out the sale of the franchise. After a process of more than a year, the club has indicated that it is about to close a “historic strategic investment” agreement.
Through a statement they highlighted the experience in the administration of clubs that has potential members of the Rays, although they did not indicate the names of investors.
“In relation to the concerns caused by rumors that have circulated in different media about a possible sale, we want to clarify that the Club Necaxa is NOT for sale,” said the club of Aguascalientes.
“We are also pleased to let you know that after a year of hard work and different meetings, we are very close to closing a historic strategic investment for our Club and Mexican Football,” they acknowledge.
According to sources a ESPN, A group of investors, including German Mesut Özil, Eva Longoria and Kate Upton, are interested in buying 50 per cent of MX League club shares. An MLS club owner would participate in the same company.
“Club Necaxa will continue to operate under the same administration that took the reins in 2014, achieving promotion and consolidating the team in the First Division, ”the statement said.
Rumors related to the sale of the club began weeks ago, because it was linked to Red Bull, the brand that owns the team in which runs Checo Perez, with the Necaxa, This version was rejected. Now, it is recognized that a group of investors are interested in the team.
“We will take advantage of this society that has extensive experience within football, operating major clubs internationally, which will strengthen us to take our institution to the places where it deserves to be.
“This moment will mark an important turning point in the immediate future of our institution, preparing us for the first 100 years of existence. We will not change our name, our headquarters or our colors.”
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– lubClub Necaxa⚡️ (@ClubNecaxa) April 13, 2021