A key question is to what extent Mr Niel & his team (led by CEO Thomas Reynaud) will be involved in operations / management at Vodafone Group - notably in markets such as Germany, where Vodafone has been a serial operating / financial underperformer vs market leader DT. Xavier Niel said, "Vodafone is a compelling investment opportunity, underpinned by quality assets, strong brands, leadership positions and a diversified geographic footprint. As a simpler, more focused business, Vodafone is ready for a new p ...