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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Will Castle

Burnley owners complete takeover of LaLiga club Espanyol

Burnley chairman Alan Pace at Turf Moor - (Getty Images)

Burnley’s owners have completed the majority takeover of LaLiga outfit Espanyol.

Velocity Sports Partners, the investment arm of Burnley owner Alan Pace’s ALK Capital, has acquired the Barcelona-based club from Chinese businessman Chen Yansheng’s Rastar Group in a deal reportedly worth £113m.

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