“We have no model” warns Antoine Arnault

A second behemoth is setting up in the capital. This Wednesday, Paris FC actually organized a press conference to present the new takeover project from the Arnault family. Antoine, son of Bernard, then decided to speak at length in the columns of RMC Sport before appearing in front of a panel of journalists. “We don't have a model. On the other hand, the philosophy that has driven certain English teams in recent times is rather the idea that I have of what Paris FC will be in the years to come. I have the example of Leicester who managed against all odds to win the English championship (in 2016) I have a small tradition of sports betting which I will unfortunately have to stop but I believe they were at 10,000 to 1 to win the English championship. . There are stories like that of Brest recently, which I find very inspiring. In any case, that's not really how we're going to think,” he said, he who is behind the takeover of the current leader. of Ligue 2 via the family holding company “Agache”.

Training at the center of attention

In addition, the Red Bull Group, known for launching young gems within its teams, is also part of this new Paris FC. “We want to build our own history, our own legend, while keeping the DNA of the club which is popular and which will remain so, I want to insist on that” continues the General Director of Christian Dior, who comes for “ improve the things that already exist. We will create a club with great values, a great playing philosophy. We will work a lot on the training aspect. I want us to do something with this famous first breeding ground. of talent in the world (the Paris region). I think we will be well placed to train young people, make them want to come to Paris FC, be able to play them. If we are a club that is too high, it is difficult to play young talents, nuggets. who are very young precisely.”