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Bordeaux Files For Bankruptcy, Drops Pro Team Status, Closes Academy

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Bordeaux have recently faced financial turmoil, leading to their filing for bankruptcy and subsequent loss of their professional team status. This unfortunate turn of events occurred shortly after the club was relegated to the third tier of French football. The former Ligue 1 champions were demoted from Ligue 2 by the National Directorate of Management Control due to mounting financial concerns.

In a significant blow to their hopes of survival, Liverpool's owner, Fenway Sports Group, withdrew from takeover talks with Bordeaux. This decision effectively dashed any remaining prospects for the struggling club.

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