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Holder of a Master's degree in international law, I realized at the end of my university career that it was important to evolve in a field that you appreciate. Overnight, I decided to put an end to my parents' dream, who saw in me a future lawyer, to make a living from my passion: sport. Since then, I have covered transfer windows and sports news, trying to keep readers informed as best as possible.
Long anticipated, the sale of ASSE has finally become reality. Roland Romeyer and Bernard Caïazzo ended up handing over to Kilmer Sports Ventures, led by billionaire Larry Tanenbaum. Member of this structure and the management of the Saint-Etienne club, Ivan Gazidis said more about this takeover and the Canadian's plans.
Larry Tanenbaum presents a well-stocked CV. New owner of ASSE, the boss of the Canadian group Kilmer Sports Ventures is not a novice in the world of sport. The billionaire has carved out a place of choice for himself in NBA, but also in NFL.
Gaeidis justifies his arrival in Saint-Etienne
Larry Tanenbaum also wanted to establish itself in European football. And theASSE represented a tremendous opportunity as Ivan Gazidis recognized. Henchman of the Canadian businessman, this manager, who went through Milan AC or even Arsenalsaid more about the plans for Tanenbaum in France and on the reasons for his coming to Ligue 1.
“We were looking for this community”
« Larry is really very discreet, he believes in sport in its ability to connect communities and families. I know it might seem a little unreal to you, but it's real with him. He's someone special. We were looking for this community and we found it with Saint-Étienne. It's a club that has a very strong community, an incredible community throughout France. They have won more championships than any other team except PSG now. They are loved all over France because they really were the best team in France for a while. This is the feeling we were looking for and have identified, where we can create something very special » said Gazidis during a conference at London titled Strategic Synergy: Inside Kilmer Sports’ Ventures Investment Gameplan.
