M&C Saatchi Merlin has announced David Gandy has joined its roster for the management of his commercial and broadcast portfolio.

Gandy joins fellow model Jodie Kidd, Jamie and Louise Redknapp, Mo Farah and Freddie Flintoff at the agency. Chairman Richard Thompson commented 'David has transcended fashion to become the UK's first male supermodel. He champions classic British style across the globe in numerous product categories. We are excited to work in partnership with David, to help extend the Gandy brand in both the UK and across key international territories'.