Is Kevin Durant About to do business courts for splitting? Not quite-but Nba A symbol is to make its debut in football in another role: as a minority owner of the French power plant Paris Saint-Germain. Even more curious, Phoenix Suns The striker is intended to help with the expansion of PSG in European basketball.
Over 18 seasons have Durant stunning fans and media With his brilliance on hardwood. But he has also built a customer power, with Forbes to appreciate Its net value of $ 99.9 million At the end of 2024.
Outside of court, Durant is the founder Thirty -five projectsThe company manages its various business interests-that now involves a stake in PSG.
How did KD hit Paris?
In a joint statement, Durant confirmed the partnershipwhich was facilitated through Sports Investments in Qatar (QSI), Parent PSG. “It is an honor to be in collaboration with QSI and become a shareholder in Paris Saint-Germain, club and city which means so much to me,” Durant said.
He also fought his role in A prospective Basketball Project PSG: “This club has big plans and I’m excited to be part of the next growth level and explore new investment opportunities with QSI.”
Chairman of QSI Nasser al-Khelaifi Added, “We are pleased to welcome Kevin Durant as a direct shareholders in Paris Saint-Germain and the group’s strategic partners.
PSG Eyes International Drawing NBA
When home to the professional Handball and Judo Team, PSG is now aiming for its goal to a much larger prize: to become one of the 16 teams in the proposed Nba Europe department. The idea, float by NBA Secretary General Adam Silveris fast gaining momentum in both continents.
With a durant on board gives PSG more than just capital and famous appeal-it provides access to the future Hall of Famer with deep expertise in basketball and business skills.