Nike has signed a three-year deal with Everton, the English Premier League soccer club. The sportswear giant take over from Le Coq Sportif and will be the official and recognized technical partner on all of Everton's match and training kits.
Nike's existing deals with clubs includes Manchester United, Barcelona and Arsenal.
The new kit sponsorship deal will allow the Blues the opportunity to extend their retail opportunities. Along with the exclusively designed kits for the 2012/13 campaign, Nike will also produce the Club's official training wear and a Nike Pro Combat range.
Chief Executive Robert Elstone said: “Following all the speculation of the past few months, we are delighted to confirm that Everton is about to kick-off a new, three-year partnership with the world's leading sportswear brand.
“We're all excited by the prospect of working with Nike's design, marketing and retailing teams and look forward to seeing some impressive, original kits and products, as well as being on hand to take advantage of new retail opportunities that we’ll be working with Kitbag to drive forward.
“Nike has an impeccable reputation and we are confident that our supporters will be excited by the new partnership, with all of us looking forward to seeing our new home shirt this summer.”
Marc Van Pappelendam, VP/GM of Nike UK & Ireland, said: “We at Nike are delighted to be entering into this partnership with Everton they're a prestigious Club with an illustrious history and we’re looking forward to equipping the team with their playing and training kits.
“Evertonians are renowned for their passion and we are excited about showcasing this in Everton’s range for 2012/13.”
