German Soccer League Said to Kick Off Private Equity Stake Sale

Buyout firms have expressed interest in Bundesliga Int.
European soccer leagues looking to shore-up finances

Robert Lewandowski tries to score during a match between Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern Muenchen in Dortmund, Germany.Photographer: Friedemann Vogel/Getty Images

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By Jan-Henrik Foerster and David Hellier

February 23, 2021 at 8:55 AM EST

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Germany’s elite soccer body will invite bids for a minority stake in its overseas media rights and private equity firms are circling, according to people familiar with the matter.

The DFL sporting organization could contact as many as 30 bidders interested in investing in Bundesliga International GmbH as soon as this week, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential information.

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