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Investors might turn their backs on British Championship and League One clubs if German ownership rule is changed

SC Freiburg

Getty Images | SC Freiburg are one of the clubs in the Bundesliga which could be interesting for a US-investor if German clubs get rid of the 50+1 rule that currently prevents foreign investors from taking power.

German clubs could decide to get rid of the 50+1 rule that currently prevents foreign investors from taking power.

"A really interesting prospect," says experienced M&A lawyer from the US. 

With its shining fan culture, even if the 50+1 rule persists, US investors might still want to tap into German football.

The lower valuations of German clubs will also attract foreign investors.

30 December 2019 - 2:25 PM

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