Former USWNT star Carli Lloyd could have left her skilled profession after the 2021 season, however she is remaining within the soccer world after NJ/NY Gotham FC introduced Wednesday that Lloyd has change into a minority proprietor within the membership.
“I’m back, but not as a player,” Lloyd stated within the crew’s announcement video.
The two-time FIFA ladies’s World Cup champion ended her soccer profession on the Gotham FC crew from 2018-21.
As a New Jersey native, Lloyd was excited to get again to her house NWSL crew now in an possession function.
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“As my home club, Gotham FC has always been close to my heart,” Lloyd stated within the crew’s information launch. “It’s an honor to begin this new chapter of my soccer career surrounded by people who are committed to making this the best club and league in the world.”
Tammy Murphy and Phil Murphy presently act as majority house owners of the membership, whereas Ed Nalbandian, Kristin Bernard and Karen Bryant act as the opposite minority house owners.
In the press launch from Gotham FC, the group stated Lloyd “will act as a consultant and advisor to Gotham FC to help boost the club’s profile in local, national, and international markets.” Additionally, the four-time Olympian will work on selling tasks and assist the gamers.
Lloyd’s new function marks the primary time a participant has instantly taken possession of a crew proper after their retirement. Her current expertise will carry a brand new perspective to the membership, as said within the press launch.
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