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Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim buys into Real Oviedo

The world's richest man, Carlos Slim, has bought into Spanish Segunda Division outfit Real Oviedo.

The Mexican billionaire has become Oviedo's biggest shareholder, investing €2 million in the tiny club.

Slim insists he's happy for the coaching staff to remain in place and wants the club to focus on youth development and strengthening its links with Mexican football.

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