The Football Association (FA), English Football League (EFL) Board and the Premier League have officially granted Harry Kane special permission to sponsor Leyton Orient’s shirts (BBC).
It is a tough period for lower division clubs during Coronavirus. The smaller clubs are facing a big financial crisis due to Coronavirus as debt is piling up due to non-activity. League One and Two clubs are even proposing against resuming football amidst these problems.
The Tottenham striker’s fund infusion will boost the club’s finances. Moreover, it will also contribute to charitable causes across England.
Harry Kane Sponsors Leyton Orient Kits
Kane and His Special Bond With Leyton Orient
The England captain made his professional football debut on loan at Orient against Rochdale in 2011. He has gone on record multiple times to reveal that he was born just a few miles from the club’s home ground. Since then, Orient has held a special place in his heart.
“I am really happy to have the opportunity to give back to the club that gave me my first professional start. This also gives me a platform to be able to say a big thank you to the many frontline heroes and charities out there who provide care and support during these challenging times.” Kane said in an interview with Football.London.
The faith shown in Kane by Orient has helped him come a long way in his footballing career. He is currently one of the best strikers in world football.
What the Deal Means to Leyton Orient
As a part of the sponsorship deal, the club’s home shirt shall bear a Thank You message for all the doctors and medical staff in England, who are leading from the front in this global pandemic. The away shirt and third kit shall bear tributes to Haven House’ Children Hospice and Mind (the mental health charity) respectively.
A portion of proceeds from shirt sales shall go to these aforementioned charities. Also, the members of these charitable institutions shall also get to enjoy Orient in action at the Breyer Group Stadium.
Leyton Orient Chief Executive Danny Macklin has said that the club was in talks with Kane over making this sponsorship deal more than just a financial deal. The stakeholders wanted it to be unique and pay a tribute to the frontline heroes who are keeping the world alive during this global pandemic.
With the help of Harry Kane, the League Two club can give back to the society by contributing to the cause indirectly.
Main Photo
