Novak Djokovic acquires stake in French club Le Mans; former F1 drivers Magnussen, Massa co-owners too

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Novak Djokovic became a part-owner of French Ligue 2 side Le Mans FC with former Formula 1 drivers Felipe Massa and Kevin Magnussen also acquiring stakes, the club on Friday.

The investment is led by Brazilian group OutField, an international consortium co-founded by Pedro Olivera, and includes Georgios Frangulis, CEO of global health-food brand OakBerry.

"Djokovic, the most successful player in history, whose mental strength and unique approach will bring considerable added value," the club said in a statement.

"Massa (15 seasons in Formula 1) and Magnussen (10 seasons), who will help create a bridge between football and motorsport - a distinctive strength of the Le Mans brand."

"I think everyone knows my passion for football, which is leading me to take this step today. Le Mans FC has a strong connection with motorsport, and when my good friend and partner at Oakberry, Georgios Frangulis, presented the project to me, I wanted to be a part of it -- especially alongside people I deeply respect, like Djokovic, who needs no introduction, and Magnussen, with whom I shared many years in Formula 1.

"It's undeniably a great opportunity, taking advantage of the momentum of French football, the reigning Champions League champion, which is currently attracting significant investment," Massa said.

Le Mans begins its league 2 campaign on August 9 against Guingamp.

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