Arnault Family and Red Bull to Acquire Majority Stake in Paris FC

The acquisition aims to transform Paris FC into a top-tier competitor, challenging Paris Saint-Germain's dominance in French football.

• The Arnault family's Agache holding company will become the majority shareholder with a 55% stake, while Red Bull will acquire a 15% minority stake.
• Pierre Ferracci, current president of Paris FC, will retain 30% of the club's shares until 2027 when he plans to sell them to the Arnault family.
• The investment is intended to elevate both the men's and women's teams to the elite level of French football, with ambitions for future European competition.
• Red Bull will focus on talent development, leveraging its global sports management expertise to enhance the club's competitiveness.
• The move is seen as a significant shift in Paris's football landscape, providing a local alternative to the Qatar-owned Paris Saint-Germain.

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