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Bayern extends Adidas kit partnership

Adidas has retained the right to supply Bundesliga giant Bayern Munich’s kit through to 2020.

The new deal will extend the partnership between the second-largest sportswear manufacturer in the world and the Bavarian club to 50 years. The new home shirts will be on sale from May 13, according to Adidas, which owns 9.4% of FC Bayern Muenchen AG, the club-controlled company that operates the commercial soccer department.

"I'm delighted and proud - this is unique in football," said Adidas chairman Herbert Hainer. "The partnership is founded on trust and mutual support and I'm delighted we're adding another chapter to this 50-year success story."

Bayern president Uli Hoeness added: "It's more than just a business relationship. There is a powerful bond, and friendships have been formed. You can always talk to Adidas and Herbert Hainer." Bayern is currently third in the 1.Bundesliga, 14 points adrift of table-topping Borussia Dortmund.