Thursday 14 April 2016 15:29, UK
Dutch second-tier club NAC Breda have announced a link-up with Manchester City.
The partnership will run for five seasons and the agreement has been reached after initial contact was made in January 2015 by NAC's former coach Robert Maaskant.
NAC's chief executive Justin Goetzee and technical director Hans Smulders continued the negotiations and they have now fulfilled their ambition to collaborate with a top club.
As a result of the deal NAC, who are coached by former Brentford boss Marinus Dijkhuizen, will now have the opportunity to take players on loan from Manchester City and share scouting and coaching knowledge.
Smulders said: "This cooperation taken months of preparation. We are very proud that one of the biggest clubs in the world has finally opted for NAC. Both teams are clubs with a rich history."
Brian Marwood, City's managing director of football services, said: "We have found a fantastic club which fits well in terms of atmosphere and experience with what we stand for.
"NAC has a progressive vision that is well balanced with a proud history and passionate and loyal supporters."
