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Unique Sports Group

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Unique Sports Group (USG) Market Research Report



Company Overview



  • Name: Unique Sports Group (USG)

  • Mission: Providing market-leading 360° management services with expertise at the top-level of the football industry.

  • Founding Date and Founders: No information is available.

  • Key People:

  • Will Salthouse, Chief Executive Officer

  • Marlon Fleischmann, Director

  • Barry Whelan, Director

  • Gordon Stipic-Wipfler, Director

  • Steve Hitchen, Director of Football

  • Headquarters: London, with additional offices in Manchester, Barcelona, Rome, Karlsruhe, Curitiba.

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No specific revenue data is available.

  • Known For: Unique Sports Group is known for completing football transfers in over 12 countries with transaction values exceeding £1 billion. They manage a client roster valued at over £670 million / €788 million, listing them as a leading global football agency by Forbes and Transfermarkt.


Products



USG Services



1. On-Pitch Services


  • Transfers: Expertise in transfer negotiations with a global network, ensuring standout career moves.

  • Legal: Comprehensive legal support, including contract compliance and reputation management.

  • Wellbeing & Nutrition: Focus on elite athlete performance through tailored sports therapy and nutrition.

  • Career Development: Guidance from academy to international football, supporting long-term career growth.

  • Contract Negotiation: Over 20 years’ experience in enhancing client earning potential through detailed negotiations.

  • Data & Video Analysis: Advanced analytics for performance optimization and player evaluation.


2. Off-Pitch Services


  • Concierge: 24/7 support for client requests across lifestyle and brand services.

  • PR & Media: Media exposure strategies, from training to retirement, preserving client reputation.

  • Commercial: Building personal brands and securing lucrative endorsements with major global brands.

  • Community: Supporting charitable initiatives and encouraging client participation in social good.

  • Content Production: Engaging storytelling and content creation to enhance client profiles.

  • Social Media: Constructing robust online profiles and enhancing client social media engagement.


Recent Developments



New Appointments and Deals


  • Director of Football Appointment: Steve Hitchen, an experienced football talent identifier, has been appointed to further enhance talent management.

  • Record-Breaking January Transfer Window: USG completed 37 transactions, including the noted transfers of Anthony Gordon to Newcastle, Mario Lemina to Wolves, and others.


New Initiatives


  • Charity Shirt Auction: Launched in partnership with the Disaster Emergency Committee to raise funds for Turkey and Syria earthquake relief, involving shirts from major football talents.


Notable Player Transfers


  • Anthony Gordon: Transferred from Everton to Newcastle United.

  • Reece James: Signed a long-term contract with Chelsea.

  • Sam Edozie: Joined Southampton from Manchester City.

  • Malick Thiaw: Signed with AC Milan.

  • Mohamed Camara: Moved to AS Monaco.


Partnerships


  • Brand Collaborations: Engages with globally renowned brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, Audi, and Coca Cola for endorsements and partnerships.


This report reflects the operational scope and recent strategic initiatives of the Unique Sports Group, illustrating their influence within the sports management and football industry.