Paris Saint-Germain sell minority stake to US investment firm Arctos Partners

Back in August, it was reported that Arctos had positioned themselves at the head of the queue to buy a stake in PSG, with the aim of helping to end years of Champions League disappointment.

The American investors already possess a share in Liverpool's owners Fenway Sports Group and paid £29.2m to purchase a stake in Serie A giants Atalanta BC last year, while they are also involved with a plethora of MLB, NBA, MLS, NHL and Formula One franchises.

A statement from PSG announced that the «minority common equity stake» marked a «landmark strategic partnership», but Qatar Sports Investments — who have owned PSG since 2011 — will retain full control over all sporting decisions.

«We are delighted to welcome Arctos into the Paris Saint-Germain family as a strategic partner and investor,» PSG president and QSI chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi told the club's website.

«As a Club and institution, we are entering the next exciting phase of PSG's growth and development, both on and off the pitch – which is based on long-term ambitions and attaining excellence in everything we do.

»Arctos is a fantastic partner to help us achieve our goals, bringing strategic expertise, ideas and innovation to our business, while providing investment and new relationships to support our footballing and sporting goals.

«From day one, they have passionately believed in our project, our plan and vision for the Club – and we are proud to have them as part of our family. Today is an important milestone in Paris Saint Germain's history, which will contribute greatly to the continued success and growth of our great Club.»

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