Frosinone Calcio has a new owner: US fund Clara Vista acquires an 80% stake in the club for €41.5 million. President Maurizio Stirpe will remain at the helm for at least two years.

What happened?

The Clara Vista fund, already a majority shareholder of Ipswich Town, has acquired an 80% stake in Frosinone Calcio for €41.5 million.

The agreement provides that Stirpe will retain 20% of the club and remain president for at least two years. The US fund has also acquired a 51% stake in the company that manages the club's infrastructure.

Why is it important for Frosinone Calcio?

The acquisition of Frosinone Calcio by Clara Vista could bring new investments to the club and improve its infrastructure. The club is currently in second place in Serie B, with 81 points and a goal difference of +42, and has recently finished the season with a form of WWWWD.

What comes next?

President Stirpe has stated that the Clara Vista fund will complement the club's expertise and bring new ideas. The club has also confirmed that manager Alvini will remain in charge for the next season. With 76 goals scored and 34 conceded, Frosinone Calcio is ready to challenge for the top spot in the league, currently occupied by Venezia with a one-point lead.