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Bordeaux "remercie" Gérard Lopez dans un communiqué polémique. Avant le passage devant le CNOSF, des erreurs de communication de la nouvelle direction sont pointées par David Gluzman. – 02/08

Aug 2, 2026 · 19m

Summary

L'After Foot analyzes the takeover of Girondins de Bordeaux by Sparta Capital, focusing on the controversial thank-you message to former owner Gérard Lopez. Guest David Guzman explains this was a strategic move to secure a €12 million waiver from Lopez’s "clawback" clause. The hosts also discuss the pending CNOSF decision on the club's division status and criticize Dominique Delport’s premature self-proclamation as president.

Topics discussed

Introduction: Sparta Capital takes over Bordeaux and announces new chapter Analysis of the 'thank you' communique to Gérard Lopez The 12 million euro clause and Lopez's ego-driven exit strategy Bordeaux's future: N1 vs R1 and the CNOSF decision Critique of Dominique Delport's premature presidential announcement Supporter sentiment and the risk of losing the club's heritage
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