V Sports Takes 30% Stake in FC Annecy

V Sports entered FC Annecy's capital increase as a shareholder on 2 June. The deal gives V Sports a 30% minority stake and avoids a multi‑ownership model like Chelsea’s involvement at Strasbourg or Manchester City’s at Troyes. V Sports is the investment fund that owns Premier League club Aston Villa. Its participation in Annecy is framed as a win‑win arrangement focused on player development. French and British executives signed the partnership contract on Tuesday, 2 June. The contract outlines a new financial and sporting dynamic for Annecy. The club expects to submit its DNCG dossier within ten days. Approval will clarify Annecy’s objectives for its centenary season. Annecy aims to solidify its budget and squad planning ahead of the upcoming campaign. The capital boost aligns with the club’s long‑term growth strategy.