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"After repeated efforts to privately resolve
the situation, we have taken the decision to place the
partnership under review. We will continue to co-manage the
current product during this period," the company said.
CNBC, which first reported the news, said West had been publicly
critical of Adidas and its CEO and told the broadcaster that the
German group was copying his ideas. Adidas has been partnering
with West since 2013, CNBC said.
"Adidas has always been about creativity, innovation and
supporting athletes and artists to achieve their vision. The
adidas Yeezy partnership is one of the most successful
collaborations in our industry's history," Adidas said.
"We also recognize that all successful partnerships are rooted
in mutual respect and shared values."
News about Adidas putting the partnership under review comes
less than a month after West's lawyers sent a letter to Gap Inc
notifying the apparel chain he was terminating his partnership
with the company.
(Reporting by Christoph Steitz; Editing by Cynthia Osterman)
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