Alexandre Pato’s consortium takes over struggling Northampton Town
Inside the modest Northampton Town ground, a banner bearing the name of former Brazil striker Alexandre Pato fluttered as the club’s new owners arrived, signalling a dramatic shift for the side that sits 18th in the fourth tier this season.
The consortium that includes Pato had its purchase proposal for the club accepted on Friday. The deal was subsequently regularised by the EFL (Liga de Futebol da Inglaterra) and the IFR (Regulador Independente do Futebol). Photo: Reprodução/Instagram @pato shows Alexandre Pato, former São Paulo, Corinthians and Seleção Brasileira, now owner of Northampton Town.
Ownership change confirmed
Pato is one of the investors behind the Sports Alpha Capital group that now controls the club. Northampton Town, currently 18th in the fourth division of Inglaterra, saw its president Kelvin Thomas confirm the completion of the purchase. The club hopes the new capital will help improve facilities and on‑field performance.
‘In recent weeks we have had the pleasure of meeting our new investors and the minds behind Sports Alpha Capital,’ Kelvin Thomas said. He added that the club is excited about what they can bring to Northampton Town.
Investor group and club outlook
‘Os investidores têm uma paixão genuína pelo futebol no grupo,’ he continued, noting that several have already visited the club and attended matches. ‘Eles vão trazer uma ótima mistura de futebol, mundo corporativo e expertise financeira, e com tantos brasileiros no grupo esperamos um pouco da magia brasileira,’ he joked.
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The acquisition gives a high‑profile former international a foothold in English football and could inject fresh investment into a club battling relegation. It also highlights the growing trend of overseas investors seeking opportunities in the lower tiers of the English game.