NPFL Clubs Receive First Payments From $7.5m EuroMatch Sponsorship Deal
Nigeria’s top-flight clubs have received the first payments from the NPFL’s $7.5m EuroMatch title sponsorship as commercial investment reaches teams.
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Manchester City Appeals Premier League Financial Ruling: What Happens Next
Manchester City has formally appealed the Premier League commission ruling over its financial practices. Here is what the case means for the club and league.
Sporting CP Seeks Approval for Up to €150m in Bond Issuance
Sporting’s football company is seeking authority to issue up to €150m of bonds as it builds greater flexibility into its long-term funding strategy.
Sponsorship
Kylian Mbappé Leaves Nike for On in Cash-and-Equity Deal
Kylian Mbappé has ended a 20-year relationship with Nike to join Swiss sportswear brand On in a deal combining cash and equity as On enters football.
Finance
FIFA Reviews $2.1bn Funding Proposal From UEFA and CONCACAF
UEFA and CONCACAF want FIFA to distribute at least $10 million to each member association. The proposal puts FIFA’s reserves and capital allocation under scrutiny.
Finance
Barcelona Approves €510m Financing to Complete Spotify Camp Nou
FC Barcelona has approved €510 million of new financing for Spotify Camp Nou, including €210 million of debt secured against future media revenue. FC Barcelona
Ownership
Kerala Blasters Sold to Al Fursan as New Owners Eye Stadium
Al Fursan is acquiring 100% of Kerala Blasters in a phased takeover. The new owners are already discussing a purpose-built stadium and a new commercial model for the ISL club.
Sponsorship
Brazil Betting Ban Puts R$1bn Football Sponsorship Revenue at Risk
Brazil's betting ban threatens more than R$1 billion in football sponsorship revenue. We examine the exposure, replacement sponsors and club economics.
Sponsorship
Etihad Weighs Legal Action After Manchester City Financial Ruling
Etihad is seeking legal advice after the Manchester City financial ruling. We examine the sponsorship, reputational and commercial implications.
Ownership
Lionel Messi Buys CD Eldense in Second Spanish Club Deal
Lionel Messi has acquired CD Eldense, adding a second Spanish club to his ownership portfolio. We examine the deal and its business logic.
News
Chelsea Ownership Deal: Clearlake Takes Full Control
Clearlake has taken full control of Chelsea after a reported £950m buyout. We break down the valuation, financials and business implications.