Surprise: an NBA star and Olympic champion bought part of PSG

Kevin Durant celebrates Olympic gold for the United States (EFE/EPA/CAROLINE BREHMAN)

Kevin Durant extends his sporting influence beyond the basketball courts. According to several European media, the forward of the Phoenix Suns and new Olympic champion with Team USA, will become a shareholder of the Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)club chaired by Nasser Al Khelaifi.

Sport reported that Durant visited the facilities of the PSG during his stay in Paris for the Olympics. “Before the United States’ match against Brazil in the quarterfinals, Durant had time to meet both the men’s and women’s teams,” said the newspaper. In addition, the club’s president, Al Khelaificommented: “It was an honor to welcome Kevin Durant to Campus today and witness his passion for the Paris Saint-Germainas well as their recognition of the excellent sports facilities at our new training center PSG Campus”.

On the other hand, Mark details that Durant has acquired a minority stake in PSG valued at “a few million euros”. The French publication The Team He said that the basketball player is a “big fan of the PSG and good friend of Nasser Al-Khelaïfi“This agreement has been made through the investment fund Arctos Sports Partners and aims to expand the image of PSG internationally, especially in USA.

During his visit, Durant was greeted by Nasser Al Khelaifi y Luis Camposthe club’s sporting advisor. Kevin also had the opportunity to meet the entire PSG team, including the coach Luis Enrique. “We are very proud of your connection with the family of Paris Saint-Germainas we share the same values ​​and vision,” al Khelaifi said.

The arrival of Kevin Durant The move to PSG coincides with an excellent sporting moment for the player. Durant has just won the gold medal at the Olympic Games with the team USA. This new stage in his professional life adds to his achievements in the NBA.

Durant’s visit to the facilities of the PSG It was not just a symbolic gesture. According to The TeamDurant has broader aspirations in the sports world, and his investment in PSG could open doors for future collaborations in other sports. Although PSG does not currently have a basketball team, it is “increasingly open to that possibility,” the outlet adds.

Durant is not the only player in the NBA to enter the world of football. LeBron Jamesstar of the Los Angeles Lakersalso owns a stake in the Liverpool FC. James Harden is one of the owners of Houston Dynamoa team that plays in Major League Soccer. These types of investments highlight the growing synergy between basketball and soccer at a global level, led by the great figures of the sport.

The bond between Durant and PSG has been evident for years. On several occasions, Durant has publicly shown his support and sympathy for the French club. The recent move to acquire a minority stake in PSG is just a natural extension of his passion for the sport and his investment acumen. “We look forward to strengthening our ties and working alongside Kevin and Boardroom to bring the best of sport and entertainment to fans around the world,” al Khelaifi concluded.