"With Umbro we will be kitted out from 2018/19 onwards by a brand that, like SV Werder, can look back on a long footballing history. With this supplier switch we want to continue on our chosen path and further boost the Werder brand positively and emotionally on a domestic and international scale," said Klaus Filbry, chairman of the SV Werder board.

Speaking about the deal, GLD Group General Manager Michail Scholz said: "SV Werder Bremen suits the Umbro brand very well on account of its long tradition and positive, clear brand image. We are proud to be associated with Werder Bremen and we are looking forward to working together from 2018." GLD Group holds the licence to distribute Umbro in Germany, the UK, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark and the Benelux countries. 

About the GLD Group:
The GLD Group are specialists for brand products in the sport and fashion sector and has years of experience in developing and marketing sports and fashion products. The company, which operates in London and Manchester, is licensed to distribute the Umbro brand in several markets across Europe.