Manchester United sign shirt sponsorship deal with US car manufacturer Chevrolet

Manchester United has signed a seven year deal making US car manufacturer Chevrolet their new main shirt sponsor.

The deal which will commence from the 2014-2015 season is for an undisclosed amount and will follow on from the club’s existing sponsor Aon whose partnership began with them in 2010.

Chevrolet, part of General Motors will become Manchester United’s fifth shirt sponsor to date in the club’s 134 year history.

In May earlier this year, Chevrolet signed a deal to become the football clubs automotive sponsor, replacing Audi.

Richard Arnold Manchester United’s commercial director stated ‘this is a fantastic, long-term deal for the club.˜

He adds: “We have been partners with Chevrolet for only six weeks, but already they have produced some fantastic ideas that will benefit both the partnership and our 659 million followers around the world. They are a key partner on our current tour and I know they have enjoyed experiencing the buzz generated by our fanatical support and the sell-out crowds in South Africa, China, and Europe.”