Former Barcelona forward Martin Braithwaite reportedly wants to buy a La Liga team he used to play for.
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- Ex-Barca man Braithwaite now at Gremio
- Striker eyes takeover of La Liga team
- Claims he has grudge against club's owners
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WHAT HAPPENED?
According to , the 33-year-old has reportedly hired one of the most prominent law firms in Spain to help him buy La Liga team Espanyol – a side he played for between 2022-24, terminating his contract in the summer before joining Gremio. The report adds the Danish international holds a 'grudge' against the club's current owners.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Gremio striker Braithwaite, who helped Espanyol return to La Liga as they were promoted through the play-offs earlier this year, is said to be a critic of the club's owners – the Rastar Group. They are reportedly not very popular with fans which could open the window for the ex-Barca attacker.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Braithwaite is not coming to this out of the blue as he is a successful businessman. He owns a real estate company in the United States, a restaurant, and a clothing company.
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WHAT NEXT?
While speculation over a possible takeover will rumble on, Braithwaite is currently enjoying his off season after his first campaign with Gremio in Brazil.