Debenhams is said to be in early-stage talks with IWG over letting space at its flagship Oxford Street store in Debenhams . The retailer is also trialling smaller formats and in-store gyms to use space in its 240 stores. Debenhams is also testing smaller formats and opening in-store gyms to fill unused parts of stores. IWG is also eyeing the ailing retail sector, with CEO Mike Ashley suggesting the group would have "quite a few locations in a year or 240 in more retail-type situations", citing the benefits of good locations, parking and other facilities. Sports Direct's Mark Dixon recently added to his holding in Debenhams on share price weakness, prompting speculation of a takeover.
Debenhams is said to be in early-stage talks with IWG over letting space at its flagship Oxford Street store in Debenhams . The retailer is also trialling smaller formats and in-store gyms to use space in its 240 stores. IWG is also eyeing the ailing retail sector, with CEO Mike Ashley suggesting the group would have "quite a few locations in a year or 240 in more retail-type situations", citing the benefits of good locations, parking and other facilities. Sports Direct's Mark Dixon recently added to his holding in Debenhams on share price weakness, prompting speculation of a takeover.