Celine Dion wants to buy Canadiens
Pop star part of one of 10 potential suitors to purchase storied franchise
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Canadian pop star Celine Dion, Cirque du Soleil founder Guy Laliberte and Quebec cable giant Quebecor Media have emerged as potential bidders for the Montreal Canadiens, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Quebec broadcaster Radio-Canada said Wednesday that the Bank of Montreal has signed confidentiality agreements with 10 potential suitors who had until Thursday afternoon to submit formal bids to 80 percent majority owner George Gillett, a Denver-based sports team and events promoter.
The buyer would also acquire the Bell Center arena in Montreal and a concert promotion division.
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