Ligue 1: "We embark on an incredible journey to return Olympique de Marseille to glory" (F. McCourt)

"This is an exciting time to be a supporter of Olympique de Marseille. I invite you to join us as we embark together on this incredible journey and return Olympique de Marseille to glory. As the steward of OM, it is both my mission and my obligation to guide OM to the highest ranks of European football. We will do just that," stated the American Frank McCourt, the new owner of Olympique de Marseille, on 17/10/2016.

"Frank H. McCourt, Jr. and Margarita Louis Dreyfus are announcing the completion of the acquisition of the Olympique de Marseille football club by Mr. McCourt. The details of the transaction have not been communicated. As of today, Jacques-Henri Eyraud will act as president of the club," announced Olympique de Marseille in a press release on 17/10/2016.

"I have no doubt that the challenges faced by OM both on and off the pitch in recent years have negatively impacted the club's supporters. The loyalty and perseverance shown by OM fans in spite of those difficulties is testament to the power of this sport and to their love for our club," said Frank McCourt.

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