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Aston Villa's owners acquire stake in FC Annecy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Aston Villa's owners acquire stake in FC Annecy

Summary

Aston Villa’s owners, V Sports, have purchased a minority stake in Ligue 2 club FC Annecy, as confirmed by the French club on June 3. This agreement, which had been under negotiation for months, aligns with a previous collaboration that saw defender Triston Rowe join Annecy on loan. While the exact percentage of the stake remains undisclosed, reports suggest it could be approximately 30%. The partnership may facilitate player loans from Aston Villa to enhance development at Annecy, following Rowe's impact in the recent season where the club finished seventh, narrowly missing playoff qualification.

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Key Details

•V Sports confirms stake acquisition in FC Annecy on June 3.
•Triston Rowe joined Annecy on loan this season.
•Annecy narrowly missed playoffs, finishing seventh.
•Stake percentage is reportedly around 30%.
•Aston Villa may send players to Annecy for development.

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9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Official | Aston Villa’s owners buy minority stake in Annecy

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Aston Villa’s owners, V Sports, have bought a stake in Ligue 2 club FC Annecy, the French club confirmed on Tuesday.It is a deal that has been in the works for several months and the beginnings of a...
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