Roma to Wear Nike From 2014-15

AS Roma and Nike have announced a new sponsorship deal that will see the American sportswear giant become the Serie A club’s official apparel and equipment sponsor.

The ten-year deal will begin at the start of the 2014-15 season. Nike will produce all on-pitch and training products for all AS Roma teams.

Italo Zanzi, CEO of AS Roma, said: “AS Roma is committed to becoming the premier football club in the world, on and off the field. This partnership is a fundamental step in that mission. Nike’s dedication to football excellence and global brand building is aligned perfectly with our objectives. We are extremely excited about our future together.”

Bert Hoyt, VP GM of Nike Western Europe, added: ‘We’re proud to partner with AS Roma, a club with great heritage. It’s a club that embodies strong characteristics, is recognized across the world and represents one of Europe’s greatest cities. We look forward to developing a successful long-term partnership with them.”