Former Celtic ace declared as fresh proprietor of Lithuanian football club
Moussa Dembele Steps into the Football Ownership Scene
Striker Moussa Dembele, currently plying his trade at Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, has taken a leap off the pitch by acquiring ownership of not one, but two football clubs: FK Minija in Lithuania and AS Mansa in Mali.
Claiming the Reins
Dembele, through his investment group, Triple M, completed the purchase of FK Minija in April 2025. Basically, they're competing in the second-tier football league of Lithuania.[1][2][3] And as if that wasn't enough, Triple M holds AS Mansa, a Malian football club, as well.[1][2]
The Situation Now
FK Minija, being a second-tier team, offers Dembele an intriguing opportunity to venture into European football while diversifying his investment portfolio.[2][3] As for AS Mansa, the details of its position within Mali's football structure are hard to find, but owning two clubs shows Dembele's football-ownership enthusiasm spans continents.[1][2]
Future Investments
While Dembele hasn't divulged his long-term plans for these clubs, owning a football club generally involves strategic pursuits such as:- Nurturing Youth: Investing in youth academies to help local talent blossom.- Improving Infrastructure: Enhancing facilities to appease players and fans alike.- Climbing the Ladder: Goal-oriented efforts aiming to promote the club in their respective leagues.
As Dembele continues his on-field career, his ventures into football ownership could well be a hint at post-playing aspirations in sports management and investment, although he hasn't shared his detailed plans for the future yet. Stay tuned for updates!
Further Football Reads
- Serie A Matches Delayed: Postponements hours before kick-off after the demise of Pope Francis[4]
- Leicester's Disastrous Season: Urgent changes needed post poor decision-making[5]
- Sacking of a League Boss: Unceremoniously axed midway through the season with just two games remaining[6]
Moussa Dembele, now a football club owner, acquired FK Minija in Lithuania's second-tier league and AS Mansa in Mali through his investment group, Triple M. Dembele's ownership ambitions extend beyond Europe, as he strategically invests to nurture youth, improve infrastructure, and climb the ladder in each club. Despite his focus on football, Dembele's ventures hint at a potential future in sports management and investment.
European leagues are experiencing shaking events, such as the postponement of Serie A matches following Pope Francis' demise and the disastrous season faced by Leicester City. Meanwhile, a league boss was unceremoniously sacked midway through the season. Dembele's expansion into football ownership underscores the dynamic and competitive nature of the sports industry.
