Treecorp Said to Seek Partner for Brazil Football Club Coritiba.

Private equity firm Treecorp is seeking a partner for part of its 90% shareholding interest in Coritiba, a football club in Brazil's southern state of Parana. Treecorp is working with Oakwell Sports Advisory to find a partner, preferably a multi-club owner or a strategic partner that can help the club be more competitive. Treecorp has committed to investing $100 million in the club over 10 years and is also interested in incorporating the latest technology. Coritiba has a history of producing players who go on to play in Europe. Oakwell, a strategic and financial adviser for the sports industry, previously advised the International Tennis Federation. [Extracted from the article]

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