First Gulf banks on Man City
MANCHESTER City FC has enhanced its Middle East links with a commercial deal with First Gulf Bank.
The link-up will see the the UAE-based bank become the club’s official affinity credit card bank partner.
First Gulf will launch the first English football club credit card in the UAE as part of the three-year agreement.
Tom Glick, chief commercial and operating officer said: “First Gulf Bank’s expertise in financial services including corporate, wholesale and retail banking has made them the fastest growing bank in the Middle East with both local and global success, and we are proud to become their partner in the UAE.
“Manchester City enjoys a terrific and rapidly expanding fan base in the United Arab Emirates. The new Manchester City credit card will deliver real value to customers and fans through a combination of lifestyle benefits, discounts and experiences spanning sport, retail, travel, hospitality and entertainment.”
Other City sponsors with strong Abu Dhabi links include airline Etihad, etisalat and aabar. The club is owned by Sheikh Mansour, a member of the Abu Dhabi royal family.
