RCS MediaGroup: clarification regarding rumours

Milan, January 25, 2007 - In relation to rumours concerning the interest of RCS MediaGroup in the Recoletos group, the company repeats, as already communicated on November 22, 2006, that no formal negotiations have commenced and, least of all, due diligence procedures on the Spanish market. The company however confirms, as already declared on several occasions, it’s interest in analysing growth opportunities on international markets, including the Spanish market.