Described as a team that ‘works quickly and accurately’, CRESTA is recognised for its competence in advising high-profile international football players. The firm is also well placed to handle cases before international basketball and international volleyball’s dispute resolution bodies. Sébastien Ledure heads up the practice; he is praised for being a ’good negotiator’ and for being ‘thorough in his approach to the deal process’. Arnaut Kint’s ‘strong industry knowledge’ is highlighted, while Wouter Janssens, Xavier Mansat and Quinten Van den Bergen are further key contacts.
Testimonials
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‘They provide a holistic personal service to sports clients and have deep relationships with footballers, in particular.’
‘Sébastien Ledure is thorough in his approach to the deal process and brings enthusiasm and momentum.’
Key clients
- Red Lions
- Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee
Work highlights
- Serving as trusted advisors to a Belgian footballer in various sports, commercial, personal and corporate matters, including all aspects related to his transfers involving Chelsea FC and Internazionale Milano.
- Successfully representing a Dutch footballer in legal proceedings before the Amsterdam Courts against former agency Sports Entertainment Group on the topics of conflicts of interest, lack of transparency and disproportionate commission fees.