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Bordeaux sold to investment fund Park Bench, debt renegotiated

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 7:23 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Bordeaux sold to investment fund Park Bench, debt renegotiated
Summary

Girondins de Bordeaux have been sold to investment fund Park Bench, as reported by L'Équipe. This marks a significant development for the club amid financial struggles, allowing them to renegotiate debt from €26 million to €13 million. The agreement involves Gérard Lopez transferring his shares for a symbolic sum of one euro, which helps avoid potential liquidation. The next phase involves the club seeking approval from the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Football League for their budget for the 2026-2027 season.

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Key Details
  • •Bordeaux sold to Park Bench according to L'Équipe.
  • •Debt reduced from €26 million to €13 million.
  • •Gérard Lopez transfers shares for one euro.
  • •Bordeaux needs budget approval for 2026-2027 season.
Latest Updates
  • 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Official | Park Bench strike deal to buy Girondins de Bordeaux for €1
  • 7:23 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Bordeaux sold to investment fund Park Bench (L'Équipe)
What they're saying
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The future is looking brighter for the Girondins?It’s a big day for French football: in addition to the sale agreement signed by Waldemar Kita for FC Nantes, the Girondins de Bordeaux have finally f...

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Girondins de Bordeaux look set to avoid liquidation after the club confirmed that Park Bench had agreed to purchase the club for a symbolic fee of €1 from Gérard Lopez.The club’s future has been ...

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