Tennis legend Novak Djokovic is now a co-owner of the French football club Le Mans FC, which was recently promoted to Ligue 2. The club announced the high-profile acquisition on Friday, revealing that Djokovic’s investment is part of a larger group of stakeholders that includes former Formula 1 drivers Felipe Massa and Kevin Magnussen.
The strategic investment is led by OutField, a Brazilian-led international consortium co-founded by Pedro Oliveira. Another key figure involved is Georgios Frangulis, CEO of the global health-food brand OakBerry.
In a statement, Le Mans FC described Djokovic as “the most successful player in history,” adding that his mental strength, competitive mindset, and unique approach to excellence will offer “considerable added value” to the club’s culture and vision. The club also highlighted the importance of bringing in Massa and Magnussen, noting that their experience in motorsport will help to bridge the worlds of football and racing.
This move marks the latest off-court venture for Djokovic, who continues to diversify his interests in sports and business. Le Mans FC, which has had a turbulent history in French football, will begin its Ligue 2 campaign on August 9 with an away match against Guingamp.
