French football club Bordeaux sold to English investment fund for one euro

On September 30, 2026, the historic French football club Bordeaux was sold to the English investment fund Park Bench for the symbolic price of one euro. This transaction involves the transfer of control from the company owned by Gerard Lopez, which currently manages the club, to the new owners. While the purchase price is nominal, the deal requires Park Bench to assume the significant financial debts and organizational challenges that have plagued the club for years.

The acquisition marks a desperate attempt to stabilize the club after it faced extreme financial instability, including a recent exclusion from all national French football divisions. Bordeaux officials have characterized this move as the start of a new chapter and expressed optimism regarding the team's future. Although the agreement is a major milestone, the process remains subject to full finalization and regulatory ratification, as the new owners still need to complete the necessary administrative requirements to secure their position.