Roma pens a deal with Nike

The American company will supply the club with on-pitch and training products for the first and youth teams.

The Italian giants Roma and Nike reached an agreement on partnership. According to the contract the company becomes an official kit manufacturer of the side for 10 year starting from 2014.

“We’re proud to partner AS Roma, a club with great heritage,” claimed the vice-President of Nike in Western Europe Bert Hoyt after signing the agreement.

“It’s a club that embodies strong characteristics, is recognized across the world and represents one of Europe’s greatest cities. We look forward to developing a successful long-term partnership with them,” underlined Hoyt.

Roma CEO Italo Zanzi expressed his satisfaction with the deal, claiming the club will get big benefits from the cooperation.

“AS Roma is committed to becoming the premier football club in the world, on and off the field. This partnership is a fundamental step in that mission. Nike’s dedication to football excellence and global brand building is aligned perfectly with our objectives. We are extremely excited about our future together, ” said Zanzi.