Trent Alexander-Arnold has made headlines by submitting an unexpected bid to acquire Ligue 1 club Nantes. The Liverpool defender, who already has a stake in the French car manufacturer and Formula One team Alpine, is now looking to diversify his investment portfolio further.
At just 25, Alexander-Arnold previously secured a 24% share in Alpine for £164 million last June, and his latest move involves an offer around £84 million (€100 million) for Nantes. The bid breaks down into £67 million upfront, complemented by £17 million in seller credit, with the potential for additional bonuses of up to £34 million.
His father, Michael, who oversees his financial investments through a London-based fund, has been in discussions with Nantes owner Waldemar Kita for over a year. Their initial conversation took place via video call last summer, followed by an in-person meeting in Geneva earlier this year. A recent meeting in London reflects their increasing interest in finalizing the takeover.
Kita has owned Nantes since 2007 but is reportedly weary of the club’s ongoing financial troubles. Despite this, the Kita family has denied any intention to sell. In 2019, Kita had previously engaged in talks with English businessman Leigh Hunt regarding a sale, which ultimately collapsed after the discussions were leaked to the media.
Meanwhile, Alexander-Arnold remains a key figure at Liverpool, earning £180,000 per week, with his contract expiring at the end of the current season.
