Atalanta co-owner Stephen Pagliuca insists he won’t reduce his stake in the Serie A club despite an imminent offer to buy Chelsea.
The American businessman is ready to make a ‘credible offer’ to buy the Premier League giants from Roman Abramovich, who will sell the club following sanctions imposed by the British Government.
Atalanta co-owner Pagliuca ready to make ‘credible’ offer to buy Chelsea
In February, Pagliuca acquired a 55% stake in Atalanta and has recently joined the club’s board of directors along with his son Joseph Case and Bain Capital Private Equity chiefs David Benjamin Gross-Loh and Luca Bassi.
According to Sky News UK, Pagliuca was ready to reduce his stake in Atalanta in order to complete Chelsea’s takeover. However, Pagliuca has denied such reports with an official statement published by the main Italian media.
“We wish to reaffirm the commitment of our family and partners to Atalanta and our partnership with the Percassi family,” the statement read.
“We are long-term partners and we are excited to continue the success of the club.”
During an interview released with La Gazzetta dello Sport last month, Pagliuca explained his plan for the development of Atalanta, on and off the pitch, adding that his Italian roots had a role in his decision to acquire a controlling stake in the club.
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— TUTTOmercatoWEB (@TuttoMercatoWeb) April 12, 2022
Fake news!!!!! He said he will sell his stakes if it means buying Chelsea. Stop spreading fake news!!🤡🤡
Jack he never said that. Reading is a fundamental skill I suggest you learn how to do it ASAP.