FC Lugano is being taken over by US investor Joe Mansueto. Georg Heitz, technical director at FC Lugano, explains the reasons for the takeover.

What are the reasons for the takeover?

Georg Heitz says that Joe Mansueto already owns a club in Major League Soccer and that it makes sense to combine know-how and exchange players.

What does the future hold for FC Lugano?

Heitz is cautious about the sporting goals, but he says that they are willing to invest. FC Lugano is currently 3rd in the Super League, with 57 points and a record of 16 wins, 9 draws, and 8 losses from 33 games.

StatValue
LeagueSuper League
Position3rd
Points57
Record16W-9D-8L

What does Heitz say about the competition?

Heitz says that FC Basel and BSC Young Boys are currently very strong and that it's not realistic to talk about titles.

FC Lugano recently won 4-0 against FC Basel 1893 (2026-05-17).