Alexandre Pato invests in Northampton Town after varied career
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 8:16 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Former Brazil and AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato has invested in Northampton Town, a League Two club. Pato's career has taken him through multiple significant clubs, including Chelsea, but few anticipated his move to the lower divisions of English football. The decision reflects a growing trend of high-profile players engaging with lower-league clubs. Further details about his role and impact on the team are expected in the coming weeks.
- •Alexandre Pato has joined Northampton Town as an investor.
- •Pato is a former player for Brazil, AC Milan, and Chelsea.
- •His move signals a trend of players investing in lower-league teams.
- •Details on Pato's role in the club are forthcoming.
- 9:11 AMESPN Soccer — Inspired by Wrexham and PlayStation: How ex-Brazil star Pato ended up investing in Northampton Town
"The career of former Brazil, AC Milan and Chelsea striker Alexandre Pato has been a journey. But nobody would have guessed it would end up at League Two Northampton Town.
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