New York City FC Welcomes Marcelo Claure To Ownership Group
New York City FC has announced the addition of Marcelo Claure to club’s ownership group with an investment equivalent to approximately 10% of the company’s post-investment value. Claure has been appointed Co-Vice Chairman of New York City FC.
The transaction sees Marcelo Claure take approximately 10% holding in City Football Group US Holdco LLC, which has combined ownership over New York City FC and the club’s future stadium in Willets Point, Queens, which is set to open in 2027.
Claure joins New York City FC founding shareholders, City Football Group and Yankee Global Enterprises. Under the new ownership structure New York City FC’s parent Company will be 80% majority owned by City Football Group, with Yankee Global Enterprises and Marcelo Claure each holding approximately 10% of the company.
“We have had the pleasure of working with Marcelo closely across various City Football Group projects, and this investment continues to strengthen his commitment to the Group,” said Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Chairman of City Football Group and New York City FC.
“Marcelo has an incredible passion for soccer, for MLS, and for the growth of the sport in the United States. He shares our vision for the development of the game, and this partnership will be invaluable as we embark on this exciting new chapter for New York City FC, building toward playing in our own stadium in 2027.”
Marcelo Claure, commented: “I am thrilled to join New York City FC at such an exciting time for soccer in the U.S. With the Club World Cup in 2025 and the World Cup in 2026 on the horizon, I believe MLS has unmatched potential. Partnering with City Football Group and the Yankees, two of the most respected sports organisations in the world, is an incredible opportunity.
“New York City is the greatest and most diverse city in the world. For many immigrant communities, soccer is their top sport, and their passion will only grow as we build a new stadium.”
Commenting on the investment Ferran Soriano, City Football Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “Marcelo’s investment and belief in New York City FC is a testament to the amazing club we’ve been building over the past decade along with our partners, the New York Yankees.”
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