Will “City Football Group” buy an Uzbek club? The answer is approaching

In the near future, a historic event may take place in Uzbek football: one of the world’s largest and most prestigious football investors — “City Football Group” — has made an official statement regarding the likelihood of adding one of Uzbekistan’s clubs to its organization.

Who announced this?

According to Otabek Umarov, First Deputy Chairman of the National Olympic Committee of Uzbekistan, negotiations are currently underway between “City Football Group” and Uzbek football officials.

Which club could it be?

Umarov did not specify the exact name of the club. However, the seriousness of the situation and the stage of negotiations indicate that the club’s name is only a matter of time.

Why now?

Otabek Umarov believes that Abduqodir Husanov’s move to “Manchester City” has attracted the attention of not only football fans, but also major investors to Uzbekistan. His success in European clubs has boosted the image of the entire country’s football.

What is City Football Group?

This holding owns or partners with various clubs around the world:

- “Manchester City” (England)
- “Girona” (Spain)
- “New York City” (USA)
- “Mumbai City” (India)
- “Bahia” (Brazil)
- “Melbourne City” (Australia)
- “Yokohama F. Marinos” (Japan)
- “Montevideo City” (Uruguay)
- “Lommel” (Belgium)
- “Troyes” (France)
- “Sichuan Jiuniu” (China)

Additionally, clubs such as “Bolivar” (Bolivia) and “Palermo” (Italy) are listed as partner clubs.

Question: What does such a partnership mean for Uzbek football?
Answer: It’s not only financial support, but also the opportunity to introduce world-class management, scouting, infrastructure, and youth systems.

Question: What changes are expected?
Answer: If the agreement is reached, at least the selected club will see the following changes:

- European-style transfer policy;
- Reform of the academy system;
- International marketing strategy;
- New ties with sponsors and brands.

Question: Is this just an intention for now or a real project?
Answer: Considering that negotiations are at a very high level, it’s not just an intention, but a major project that is on the verge of implementation.

What is the general mood in the football community?

There are various rumors among fans. Many believe that “Pakhtakor”, “Nasaf”, or “Bunyodkor” may join the “City Football Group”. Some analysts are also considering regional clubs such as “Andijon”, “Kokand-1912”, or “Navbahor” as candidates.

Conclusion:
If “City Football Group” acquires a club in Uzbekistan, this will boost not only the national championship, but also football across Central Asia. At a time when our football is on the verge of entering the global market, cooperation with such investors could be a real symbol of the future. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!