Sport-locker.net can today reveal that PUMA have announced a partnership with Brazilian side Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas club.

The multiple year deal means that the brand will be responsible for the development of all official performance material of the alvinegro team – including the youth categories – and it will also become the official partner of replica kits, lifestyle apparel and other products that will be launched during the contract.

Carlos Laje, General Manager of PUMA Latin America, is very excited with the new partnership:

“Botafogo and the city of Rio de Janeiro, world widely known for the mix of sport and lifestyle, are in perfect synergy with the company’s values.  

“Joy, enthusiasm and passion for Botafogo make this partnership a perfect match. Our association with the team will further consolidate the position of PUMA as one of the leading sports brands in the world.”

The new kit of Alvinegro club, developed by PUMA, will be launched in mid-March on a great event in Rio de Janeiro – we’re hoping to get an invite! Unlikely…