Mike Mossel

Role

Co-founder, Dutch Lions Capital Group. European Scout for FC Cincinnati (MLS).

Background

Played professionally for RBC Roosendaal (Netherlands), KFC Turnhout (Belgium), and Cincinnati Riverhawks (USA). Xavier University graduate (Cincinnati). Co-founder of FC Cincinnati and former minority owner. Previously served as “Red Talent Trainer” at Royal Antwerp FC (2017-2023). Completed KNVB UEFA C and UEFA B Pro coaching courses. Owns Mossel Sportmanagement B.V.

Connections

• Dutch Lions Capital Group — Co-founder (2009)
• Dayton Dutch Lions FC — Co-founder
• FC Cincinnati (MLS) — Co-founder, former minority owner, current European Scout
• Royal Antwerp FC — Former Red Talent Trainer (2017-2023)

Context

Co-founder of the Dutch Lions network and FC Cincinnati. His FC Cincinnati experience (growing a club from USL to MLS) is a relevant case study. Would be a key counterparty in any Dutch Lions discussions.