U.S. Fund Frustrated in Tussle Over Spanish Soccer Club
Diego Carlos of Sevilla FC scores their side's third goal during the LaLiga match against Levante UD at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in Seville on Oct. 24.
Photographer: Fran Santiago/Getty Images
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Shareholders of Sevilla Futbol Club blocked plans by U.S.-based fund 777 Partners to oust its board as a tussle for control of one of Spain’s top soccer teams intensified.
777 Partners had sought to remove Chairman Jose Castro and all board members but failed to line up the support needed at a public meeting of shareholders last night when a key ally said he wasn’t able to vote.