Man Utd Announces New Shirt Sponsor
General Motors and Manchester United have announced that Chevrolet will become the football club’s shirt sponsor from the start of the 2014/2015 season, replacing Aon.
Chevrolet, who also became the current official car partner of the club in June, will become only the fifth shirt sponsor in the team’s 134 year history.
Announcing the deal, signed for an undisclosed amount, United’s commercial director, Richard Arnold, said: ‘This is a fantastic, long-term deal for the Club. We have been partners with Chevrolet for only six weeks, but already they have produced some fantastic ideas that will benefit both the partnership and our 659 million followers around the world. They are a key partner on our current tour and I know they have enjoyed experiencing the buzz generated by our fanatical support and the sell-out crowds in South Africa, China, and Europe.’
‘It is a great thrill for those of us who work with partners all year round when an existing partner steps up to being one of our principal partners. This commitment to United and its fans will bring real benefits to everyone who cares about the Club.’
Alan Batey, General Motors’ North America Vice President, U.S. Sales and Service added: ‘We are extremely proud to connect our brand, Chevrolet, with Manchester United and its passionate supporters all around the world. Manchester United’s statistics are impressive, but this relationship goes far beyond the numbers – this relationship is about connecting our brand with the deep-seated emotion that surrounds the team everywhere it goes.’
