hjwii Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 I haven't seen any posts concerning this, and a search came up empty... and I realize it's soccer... but...Is there any fallout for Manchester United regarding their sponsor AIG? Will they be dropping them, or has AIG already said they won't be the sponsor? Is Manchester trying to distance themselves from this failing company, or is the rest of the world not paying too much attention to the bailout (a word that is just overused now...)? I think I am correct in assuming that Manchester is the biggest sports franchise on the planet, and that means a lot of shirts/jerseys with a big AIG on the front. Then again, maybe that makes for a lot of collectors' items...As always, just curious as to what you all might have to say on the matter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heernumurr Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Check the Real Madrid/Chelsea thread for more info, but the thought is that Saudi Telecom will be their sponsor next year. Still got AIG on the shirts at the moment though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJM Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 I echo the previous statements...Saudi Telecom is rumored to be the next kit sponsor. (MLF) Chicago Cannons,Β Β (IHA) Phoenix Firebirds - 2021 Xtreme Cup Champions (WAFL) Phoenix Federals - WAFL World Bowl XII Champions (Defunct) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
officeglenn Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Aren't AIG ending their sponsorship contract a year earlier than planned as well, ie. it was supposed to run through 09-10? Thought I had heard that somewhere as well.Either way, Man U won't have any problems finding another kit sponsor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJWalker45 Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 It's still rumor. Nothing has come back from Manchester United or AIG. Β Β Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quantum Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 AIG has removed their name from the front of the corporate office and have announced they are changing their name, so no one will be wearing the name shortly. "One of my concerns is shysters show up and take advantage of people's good will and generosity". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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