Sevilla are in the final stages of appointing a new owner, with former defender Sergio Ramos reportedly set to take control of the Andalusian club in the coming months.
An American consortium led by Antonio Lappi and Fede Quintero had initially been the frontrunner to acquire the club. However, their bid has fallen away, paving the way for Ramos, who previously played for Sevilla, to make his move.
Earlier this month, Ramos submitted an offer to the club’s shareholders following the withdrawal of the American consortium. The 39-year-old’s proposal was reportedly the highest on the table. According to reports, Sevilla’s current majority ownership, headed by former president Jose Maria del Nido Benavente with 45 percent of shares and a group formed of the Ales, Carron, Guijarro, and Castro families alongside A-Cab, formerly shares of 777 Partners, holding 40 percent, had set an asking price of €500 million. Cadena SER reports that Ramos’ consortium has secured an agreement in principle at €450 million.
Ramos is expected to have his purchase ratified by the club’s shareholders in the coming weeks. Sources indicate that, given the positive reception of his bid, the process is likely to proceed smoothly.
If the takeover is completed, it is anticipated that the club will see a change in its presidency. Current president Jose Maria del Nido Carrasco is expected to step down, with a successor to be appointed in due course.
Ramos, who is currently unattached following his departure from Mexican side Monterrey, has yet to formally retire from professional football. Should his acquisition go through, Sevilla supporters will hope that his leadership marks the beginning of a new era and a return to the club’s former prominence.
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