Real Madrid Considers Landmark Investment Deal, President Cites ‘Biggest Demonstration of Value’
MADRID – In a move signaling unprecedented openness to external investment, Real Madrid is proposing the creation of a subsidiary to allow investors to acquire a roughly five percent stake in the globally renowned football club. the proposal, unveiled by President Florentino Pérez at the club’s annual meeting, requires a change to the club’s bylaws and will be put to a vote by members at an upcoming extraordinary general meeting.
Pérez framed the potential investment as a validation of Real Madrid’s immense worth, stating, “if someone is willing to invest meaningful sums of money for a token stake, that’s the biggest demonstration of Real Madrid’s value.” The move comes as the club continues to dominate financially, and reflects a strategic approach to further bolstering its position in the evolving landscape of professional football.
Real Madrid, like fellow Spanish giants FC Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao, maintains a unique ownership structure rooted in its membership base. Approximately 2,000 elected members serve as delegates, participating in annual meetings to elect the club president, review financial performance, and vote on bylaw amendments. This member-centric model is now facing a potential shift with the proposed introduction of external investment.
According to a recent report by Deloitte,real madrid stands alone as the only football club to surpass one billion euros in annual revenue. For the 2024/25 season, the club reported 1.19 billion euros in sales, with net income after tax increasing by 56 percent to 24.3 million euros.
Pérez emphasized that any potential investor must align with the club’s core principles. “This investor – or investors – must respect our values, contribute to the growth of the club and help us protect our assets from outside attacks,” he stated during his address to club members. The proposal marks a pivotal moment for Real Madrid, potentially opening a new chapter in its storied history while safeguarding its identity and future success.
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