Ilkay Gundogan participates in Montpellier HSC takeover talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
British investment fund GSS is in negotiations to acquire Montpellier HSC, a Ligue 2 club, as reported by L’Équipe. Ilkay Gundogan, the former Manchester City midfielder, is part of the GSS-led bid, which may be for a full takeover or a minority share. Montpellier's current ownership, led by Laurent Nicollin, is looking for investment following the club's relegation and failure to secure a playoff spot. Negotiations are reported to be progressing toward an agreement. Further developments are anticipated this summer as the situation evolves.
- •GSS seeks to buy Montpellier HSC, currently in Ligue 2.
- •Ilkay Gundogan is involved in the investment team's negotiations.
- •Laurent Nicollin has expressed the need for fresh investment.
- •Montpellier failed to return to Ligue 1 after their relegation.
- •Agreement between GSS and Nicollin is approaching.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Former Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan involved in prospective Montpellier takeover
"GSS, a British investment fund, are in talks to purchase Ligue 2 club Montpellier HSC, as per a report from L’Équipe. Former Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is involved in the deal.The ...
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