Manchester City's new club store is moving into the Arndale's former Pink unit and supporters can grab a picture with the Premier League trophy this weekend.
Due to open on Friday 26th May, the City store will sell merchandise ranging from team kits - including the recently released 2023/24 home strip - training apparel, hats, scarfs and memorabilia. To celebrate the opening and recent league title win further, the Premier League trophy will be on display in store from 9am on Friday until 6pm on Sunday.
Supporters can pop along to have their photo taken with the iconic silverware, after Pep Guardiola claimed his fifth title as City manager. In addition to the trophy, customers at the store this weekend will have also have access to exciting giveaways and be some of the first fans to experience the new digital activities within the store, including the ‘Meet the Players’ interactive video wall.
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The store will be based alongside Footlocker and JD Sports, as well as Sports Direct’s newly opened flagship store in the former BHS unit. Set to be a major driver of football for the centre, City’s arrival follows a string of new retail lettings at Manchester Arndale to popular brands such as MINISO, Gilly Hicks, Clarks, and Flying Tiger.
Steve Gray, Head of European Retail Asset Management at Global Mutual, said: “Football is intrinsic to Manchester’s unique identity, and we are delighted to welcome the Premier League champions to the centre.
"The arrival of Manchester City demonstrates our commitment to delivering a vibrant retail destination that chimes with local shoppers, as well as visitors from further afield who are looking to immerse themselves in the city’s culture.
"With such a significant name joining the centre it’s clear there is continued demand for well-placed retail units, and we are delighted to see confidence in Manchester Arndale’s long-term performance.”
Serena Gosling, Director of Integrated Fan Experience and Retail & Licensing at Manchester City, said: “It is hugely exciting for us to launch our brand new City Store in Manchester Arndale - another important development in what has been an incredible year of retail sales for the club, and continues to strengthen.
"Our fans are at the heart of everything we do and we are delighted to offer more opportunities for fans to interact with the club beyond the Etihad Campus, including some engaging fan activities available in the new store.
"The Manchester Arndale store launch is a proud development for the club, and I’d like to thank our retail partner Stichd and its staff for their support in opening this new store. I’d also like to thank them for their commitment to helping us continue to offer a best-in-class retail service for our fans and members.”
Manchester Arndale is one of the UK’s largest city centre shopping malls, welcoming over 42 million visitors in an average year. It boasts an impressive line-up of more than 200 shops and restaurants, including international, national, and local brands.
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