Manchester City launch waterfront Yas Residences in partnership with Ohana Development

Manchester City and Ohana launch Abu Dhabi branded homes Manchester City has signed an agreement with UAE developer Ohana Development to create a club-branded residential destination on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Canal waterfront in a project billed as the first of its kind for the Premier League champions. The scheme will be called Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana and is planned to span 1.67 million square metres, with the partners describing it as a multi-billion-dirham development. Pricing and launch timelines have not been disclosed.City Football Group chief executive Ferran Soriano said: “This is a landmark project that brings Manchester City to a premium residential environment in a distinctively club-branded way. “Ohana Development is highly regarded for working with leading global brands, translating their influence into high-end, design-driven residential experiences. “This partnership will see Ohana harness the Club’s global reach and its unrivalled footprint in the region. We continue to be committed to distinctive collaborations like this.” Ohana chief executive Husein Salem said: “Partnering with Manchester City marks a significant milestone for Ohana Development and reflects our long-standing commitment to Abu Dhabi, where we are proudly headquartered. The club’s global stature, forward-looking vision and modern outlook closely align with our ambition to create future-ready communities that contribute to the emirate’s evolving lifestyle landscape. “Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana brings this shared vision to life through a thoughtfully curated residential project, one that is set to become a lasting legacy within the real estate sector.” Manchester City said the club’s brand will be integrated “throughout the development”, while Ohana will design and build the project and position it as a luxury-led destination.The club also linked the development to its wider presence in Abu Dhabi, saying more than 3,500 children take part in its City Football Schools sessions each term across seven locations, delivered by more than 50 full-time accredited coaches, while the Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup brings together thousands of young players. Manchester City added that its Healthy Lifestyles Programme engaged more than 30,000 primary school children last year, as it framed the new project as part of a broader set of regional initiatives beyond the first team. A Business Wire release announcing the deal included a photograph showing Khaldoon Al Mubarak, the Manchester City chairman, alongside Salem and Soriano.Further details on the residential destination will be announced later, the partners said.