Roar were kept afloat by the FFA the previous owners handed back the licence in the wake of mounting losses, despite the club's success on the field last season.

We first revealed details of the Bakrie's interest in buying an A-League club in March and the FFA began talks with the wealthy Indonesians the following month.

However foreign ownership rules looked set to block any wholesale takeover but the compromise deal was this week sealed to allow the owners to take over but still give the FFA an interest.

FFA CEO Ben Buckley today said the announcement of the ten year licence was a great result for Brisbane Roar, its supporters and the game in Australia.

“We have been working extremely hard to find the right investors for last year’s Premiers and we believe we have found fantastic new owners in the Bakrie Group,” Buckley said.

“They have a strong background in football through ownership of several other clubs and their interests are in line with our outlook for Roar.

“Our main priorities were to find investors that would not only provide the club with long term security but also give the club the best opportunity for continued success.

“It is an exciting time for football in Australia and shows the growing international recognition of the Hyundai A-League and its future growth prospects.”

 FIFA Ethics Committee member Dali Tahir will be the chairman of the club. 

Pelita Jaya Cronus President Aga Bakrie said the group was delighted to be involved with Roar. 

“We are delighted, and honoured, to be the new owners of Brisbane Roar; an exceptional team and a successful club supported by a passionate community,” he said.

“This commitment is for the long term, and an opportunity to not only support the growth of football in Brisbane, but to also strengthen ties between Australia and Indonesia.

“We have a strong track record of investing in football and we will support the club as it seeks to grow. 

“Our vision is to make Brisbane Roar Australia’s most successful professional football club.”