Flamini is said to be ready to buy Arsenal after his wealth soars by 220 trillion

Gilabola.com – Former Arsenal midfielder, Mathieu Flamini, is back in the conversation after expressing his interest in taking over the club from the Kroenke family.

He is said to be able to buy Arsenal twice as much thanks to the surge in his wealth which is now estimated at IDR 220 trillion, driven by his ownership in GFBiochemicals.

Flamini is also reportedly still paying great attention to the club he once played for, even though there has been no indication that Stan Kroenke wants to relinquish ownership.

It is known that Flamini retired in 2019 and then focused on the business world. His role as co-founder of GFBiochemicals is the main source of his wealth. The Forbes report estimates his share value is more than half of the company.

Arsenal itself in early 2025 is assessed to have a market value of around IDR 57 trillion by Forbes. This calculation means that Flamini’s potential purchase of the club is considered quite realistic financially.

Apart from Arsenal, the former AC Milan player previously mentioned Marseille as a club that is also very close to his heart. He is said to be interested in possibly taking up a role at those clubs if the opportunity arises.

In a 2023 interview, Flamini said that he views football as a world he has always felt connected to. He said that if the right opportunity arose with a vision that was in line, he would like to be involved in managing the club.

He also said that clubs like Arsenal and Marseille have a special place in his life journey. Flamini believes that football management should also pay attention to the big issues in the world today.

On the same occasion, he emphasized that he believes in the right moment and the right people. He believes that the future is always open as long as determination and belief remain.

Flamini reportedly said that if someone wants something strongly, opportunities will usually come their way. He signaled that he was waiting for possible future developments.

Career Inspiration and Current Focus

Flamini revealed that his work enthusiasm was largely shaped by the example of his seniors at Arsenal. He mentioned Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp as figures who shaped his mindset when he was playing.

According to him, the two figures always showed high dedication in training. Flamini was impressed because every small game on the training field was always taken with full seriousness.

He recalled how he felt lucky to be able to train with world-class players every day. Flamini believes that this experience shaped his mentality so that he brought this competitive mindset to the business world.

Even though there is talk about his ambition to buy the club, there are no signs that Stan Kroenke is ready to let Arsenal go. This situation means that Flamini’s plans are still just discourse.

For now, he remains focused on GFBiochemicals. The company is engaged in developing environmentally friendly materials as a substitute for oil derivative products.

He once explained that the company was founded with a vision to provide a sustainable alternative. The company’s focus includes efforts to reduce reliance on potentially dangerous chemicals found in a variety of consumer products.

On another occasion, Flamini stated that he had not yet thought exactly how he wanted to get involved in the world of football again. However, he emphasized that football is a part of his life so he will always have a close relationship with the community.

Even so, he is said to believe that opportunities can come at any time. Flamini chooses to keep open space for various possibilities, including opportunities in football and business.