Mr Yuzo Kawamori, president of Kansai Paint, said: "Both Kansai Paint and Manchester United have a long history of success and a deep desire to succeed in the future. "I am confident that this partnership will enable Kansai to develop not only its presence in new markets but will also augment its position in existing markets.

Manchester United's commercial director Richard Arnold said: "Kansai is the perfect company to partner with Manchester United. Although from two very different industries, they demonstrate many of the same values and qualities; we adhere to both on and off the pitch, such as growth, investment in people and innovation.” 

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