Liverpoolforward Cody Gakpo has teamed up with Formula One drivers and rugby union stars by being part of an investment group to the tune of £43million (€50m) for sports-related technology and entertainment.
The fund will invest in plenty of start-ups in the sports sector and the portfolio already includes a tailored nutrition platform for athletes, a virtual reality sports firm; a performance analysis tool and smart-court technology.
Gakpo is joined in putting forward £43m cumulatively with business partners including five-time Champions League winner Marcelo, former world cycling champion Mark Cavendish and England rugby union skipper Maro Itoje.