Wasserman Acquires Volante Sports
Wasserman has completed the acquisition of UK-based women’s football agency Volante Sports.
Volante Founder and Director Luca Russo will join the Los Angeles-based talent management giant as Vice President of Women’s Football in Europe, as Wasserman doubles down on women’s football.
Volante’s client roster includes the sister of Luca Russo – England and Arsenal star Alessia Russo – as well as Chelsea’s Jorja Fox, and Manchester United’s Leah Galton.
Wasserman meanwhile represents a number of US women’s international stars, such as Alex Morgan, Emily Fox, and Abby Dahlkemper.
Outside of women’s football, Wasserman’s clients include Golden State Warriors legend Klay Thompson, Real Madrid star Federico Valverde, and women’s golf’s world number one Nelly Korda.
Richard Motzkin, EVP and managing Executive of Global Soccer at Wasserman, said, “I have no doubt that the addition of Luca, his team, and their clients will help further grow our women’s football practice globally and continue to provide precedent-setting deals and opportunities for our TeamWass clients.”
Luca Russo added, “Wasserman has long been a leader in global football – especially with regard to elevating women’s players – and it’s a privilege to be part of what I consider to be the premier representation practice in the industry.
“The entire Wasserman football division have set the standard, and through our steadfast work for our clients, I hope to continue to be at the forefront of pushing boundaries as women’s football continues to grow and evolve worldwide.”
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