Amazon is in early talks with Walt Disney about working on the streaming version of ESPN it’s developing, while possibly also taking a minority stake within the sports network, the Information reported Thursday, citing people conversant in the matter.
Disney and ESPN are still within the midst of determining an appropriate price for the brand new service, the report said.
Disney CEO Bob Iger has said he desires to keep ESPN and search for strategic partners.Getty Images
Amazon is reportedly discussing a streaming version of ESPN with Disney.AFP/Getty Images
ESPN is considering charging between $20 and $35 a month for the brand new streaming service.AP
ESPN is considering charging between $20 and $35 a month for the brand new streaming service, which could make it the most costly streaming service within the US, the report added.
Amazon.com, Walt Disney and ESPN didn’t immediately reply to Reuters requests for comment.
In July, Disney CEO Robert Iger told CNBC that his company desires to keep ESPN and search for strategic partners to form a three way partnership or buy a stake within the sports network to assist take it on to consumers.