Eintracht Frankfurt checks in Fraport extension

German Bundesliga football club Eintracht Frankfurt has extended its long-term sponsorship deal with global airport operator Fraport.

The deal will run for four years, from the 2015-16 season through to the end of the 2018-19 campaign.

Under the agreement, Fraport will retain its role as a premium partner of the club.

Fraport, which counts Frankfurt Airport amongst its various properties, first began its sponsorship of the club in 2001 and has served as a premium partner of the team since the 2012-13 season.