WSL 2 aspect Bristol Metropolis Girls have been purchased by multi-club possession group Mercury13, who now have a majority stake within the membership.
Metropolis had been beforehand owned by the Lansdown household as a part of the Bristol Sport group for greater than a decade, however they may now maintain a minority stake within the second-tier aspect.
“This is a pivotal moment for Bristol City Women and we are excited about the next chapter in the club’s story,” mentioned Gavin Marshall, Bristol Metropolis Girls chair and Bristol Sport CEO.
“Mercury13 have the commitment and capability to drive Bristol City Women forward and continue our proud history as a progressive, innovative and community-focused club.”
The Mercury13 group declare they’re the primary multi-club possession involvement group of any sort in English soccer. They took management of Como Girls of Italy Serie A division final 12 months.
Nevertheless, there are different multi-club possession involvements throughout European soccer, with Michelle Kang the bulk proprietor of the Washington Spirit, Olympique Lyonnais and the WSL’s London Metropolis Lionesses.
Metropolis had been relegated from the WSL final season and Mercury13 have mentioned the membership are focusing on an instantaneous return with a brand new head coach in Charlotte Healy and 13 new gamers acquired in the summertime.
Mario Malave, co-founder and Co-CEO of Mercury13, mentioned: “Bristol City Women represents everything we look for in a club: a rich history; a track record of performance; world-class infrastructure; and incredibly loyal supporters.
“Our entry into the English soccer pyramid is a significant milestone for Mercury13, and one we strategy with deep respect and duty.
“We’re honoured by the Lansdown family’s trust and are committed to building something special alongside the Bristol community.”
