The world, European and Champions League champion will become the first active international footballer among MLS investors
Famous Spanish football player Juan Mata officially joined the ownership group FC San Diego as a club partner.
“Joining San Diego FC as a partner is an exciting opportunity to help build something truly special in a city and league that is experiencing incredible growth. This club’s and Right to Dream’s commitment to community impact, excellence and a vision for long-term success aligns perfectly with my own values. “I look forward to bringing my experience and passion for the game and working with everyone here to build a club that inspires both on and off the pitch,” said the former Valencia, Chelsea, Manchester United and Spain midfielder. .
Thus, 36-year-old Mata will become the second international footballer after David Beckham (owner of Inter Miami) and the first current player on the list of investors in one of the MLS franchises.
Let us remind you that Mata continues his active career – in September, after a pause of several months, the Spaniard signed a contract until the end of the season with the Australian Western Sydney Wanderers.
This is not the first time for Juan to invest in the sports business. The footballer is also one of the strategic investors in the Formula 1 team Alpine Racing.
FC San Diego was officially created in May 2023 and is still in the process of forming a team. The California club intends to enter the MLS in 2025.
In September, San Diego showed interest in the famous Italian forward Mario Balotelli, but he chose to return to Serie A. At the end of October, the club’s management held negotiations with the entourage of Manchester City and Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne. It is possible that the star player will move to MLS in the summer of 2025.
From the pitch to ownership — welcome, Juan Mata.⁰World Cup and UEFA Champions League winner @JuanMata8 joins San Diego FC as a Club Partner, becoming the first active international player to invest in @MLS.⁰Read more ⬇️
— San Diego FC (@sandiegofc) November 20, 2024
Source: Sportarena
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