Barcelona signs fashion partner

US fashion brand Thom Browne has signed a sponsorship deal with Spanish LaLiga football club Barcelona.

Thom Browne will become a global sponsor of the club and the official provider of its off-field tailored and formalwear uniforms. The length of the agreement was not disclosed.

As part of the deal, the Barcelona first team will wear Thom Browne clothing on away trips.

The club said the partnership represents an “important step” in the growth forecast for its strategic plan, and also demonstrates its objective of searching for partners that fit Barcelona’s brand.