Consortium involving ex-Brazil forward Pato seals Northampton takeover
The takeover of Northampton Town by a consortium including former AC Milan and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato has been completed.
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"We have ambitious plans for Northampton Town, but ambition must go hand in hand with sustainability and an understanding of what the club means to the people of Northampton and Northamptonshire."
— Joao Xavier , Executive
"It had been an enormous privilege to lead the club."
— Kelvin Thomas , Executive
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Alexandre Pato is a former Brazilian football forward known for his time at AC Milan and Chelsea.
One of the existing owners of Northampton Town.
Chief executive officer of Northampton Town.
Founding partner at Sports Alpha Capital.
Kelvin Thomas is the chairman of Northampton Town Football Club.
One of the existing owners of Northampton Town.
Co-chairman of Sports Alpha Capital.
Supporters' representative on the board of Northampton Town.
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The takeover of Northampton Town by a consortium including former AC Milan and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato has been completed.
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