Mbappé Takes the Reins: Real Madrid Star Set to Become Youngest Majority Owner in European Football
Kylian Mbappé is making waves in the football world again, and this time, it’s not just about his sick skills on the pitch. The Real Madrid superstar is set to become the new majority owner of French second division club Stade Malherbe de Caen, a source close to the deal has confirmed to ESPN.
Mbappé’s takeover is expected to be announced imminently, making him the youngest active player to own a professional European football club. The 25-year-old will invest around €15 million via his own Coalition Capital investment fund to acquire 80% of the club’s capital and will also pay off part of the club’s debt.
The deal marks a significant shift for Mbappé, who has a long history with Caen. In 2014, when he was just 13, he almost signed for the club before opting for Monaco instead. Now, he’s set to take the reins and potentially bring some much-needed success to the struggling team.
Caen, currently in Ligue 2 after being relegated from the top flight in 2019, will start their new season on August 17 against Paris FC. Mbappé’s debut as owner is likely to be a hot topic of discussion, and fans will be eagerly awaiting his plans for the club.
So, what does this mean for Caen and the French football scene? With Mbappé at the helm, expect some exciting changes to come. The source suggests that Caen’s president, Pierre Antoine Capton, will be replaced by Ziad Hammoud, a close friend of Mbappé’s and the man in charge of his image rights company. Other close allies of the French captain may also join the team, potentially bringing a fresh wave of energy to the club.
But what about Mbappé’s personal stake in the deal? How much of his own money will he invest, and what are his ambitions for the club? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Caen fans are in for a wild ride.
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