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UAE’s Al Fursan Acquires Kerala Blasters Football Club
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 08:01 AM
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UAE-based Al Fursan has taken over Kerala Blasters, marking a new chapter for the Indian Super League side.
UAE-based investment firm Al Fursan has announced its acquisition of Kerala Blasters FC, a prominent club in the Indian Super League (ISL). The deal was finalized after a series of negotiations, with the new ownership taking effect from the upcoming ISL season.
The takeover follows a period of financial challenges for the club, and Al Fursan has pledged to invest in infrastructure, youth development, and marketing initiatives to strengthen the club’s competitive edge.
Kerala Blasters’ management expressed confidence in Al Fursan’s experience in sports investments and welcomed the fresh capital infusion. The club’s fans have reacted positively, hoping for improved performance and greater stability.
Under the new ownership, Kerala Blasters will retain its branding and fan base while aiming to elevate its standing in the ISL and beyond.
The takeover follows a period of financial challenges for the club, and Al Fursan has pledged to invest in infrastructure, youth development, and marketing initiatives to strengthen the club’s competitive edge.
Kerala Blasters’ management expressed confidence in Al Fursan’s experience in sports investments and welcomed the fresh capital infusion. The club’s fans have reacted positively, hoping for improved performance and greater stability.
Under the new ownership, Kerala Blasters will retain its branding and fan base while aiming to elevate its standing in the ISL and beyond.