The initial focus of the partnership between Hyderabad FC and German outfit Borussia Dortmund (BVB) will be on developing a grassroots programme and a fan culture, said Varun Tripuraneni, co-owner of HFC. Speaking at the digital launch of the partnership on Thursday, Varun stressed on the impact of BVB and that it would be a long-term partnership. Our plans include having a full-fledged HFC residential academy here taking care of education and football. We do have a plan of action to scout and mould the talent among girls in and around Hyderabad,” Varun said. Suresh Letchmanan, MD, BVB, Asia Pacific, is keen to export the whole of BVB culture to India including the youth programme.

Source: The Hindu August 20, 2020 13:52 UTC