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Hertha BSC's Future Ownership on the Line
scandal erupts as US-based A-CAP seems set to seize control of Bundesliga 2 side, Hertha BSC. The current owners, 777 Partners, are reportedly dumping their stakes in not only Hertha, but also Standard Liège, FC Everton, and Melbourne Victory FC. However, it remains unclear whether A-CAP has grabbed the reins of clubs like Hertha, Vasco da Gama, or CFC Genoa.
Standard Liège, on the other hand, has officially severed ties with 777 Partners. A-CAP has taken control and sold the shares to a consortium headed by the club's CEO, Giacomo Angelini. This move marks the end of 777 Partners' relationship with Standard Liège, clearing the club of any lingering debt to the former shareholder.
Joshua Wander and Steven W. Pasko, the founders of 777 Partners, took control of Hertha BSC GmbH & Co. KGaA in 2023, acquiring 78.8% of the shares. They joined the supervisory board but stepped down in April, with Andy Anson, CEO of the British Olympic Association, and portfolio manager at A-CAP, David Ellis, taking their places.
As of now, Hertha BSC remains silent on the matter, evading media inquiries. Despite the unsettling silence, one thing is clear - the chapter of 777 Partners' involvement with Standard Liège has drawn to a close. The focus, however, shifts towards Hertha as the hunt for new ownership commences.
It's worth noting that, as of June 2025, no official announcement has been made concerning new owners of Hertha BSC replacing 777 Partners. The latest developments revolve around player contract extensions, kit sponsorship changes, and player transfers. If you're eager to know more about Hertha BSC's new owners or any potential involvement with other clubs, keep a close eye on sports news outlets for further updates.
- The future of Hertha BSC's ownership is uncertain, with A-CAP seemingly poised to take control, given 777 Partners' reported exit from investing in sports clubs, including Hertha BSC, Standard Liège, FC Everton, and Melbourne Victory FC.
- In the realm of finance, the sale of Standard Liège from 777 Partners to A-CAP's consortium, headed by club CEO Giacomo Angelini, has been finalized, marking the end of 777 Partners' association with real-estate and football entities.
- The ongoing scandal surrounding the potential seizure of Hertha BSC by A-CAP comes at a time when the football world is abuzz with speculation about investing opportunities in sports clubs, reminiscent of Joshua Wander and Steven W. Pasko's acquisition of Hertha BSC in 2023.
