The long view
The most meaningful ownership decisions begin with a view beyond the immediate transaction.
A considered point of view.
Perspectives, facts and figures on the questions that shape football ownership and the opportunities around it.
The full club
A club’s sporting identity, community and commercial potential are inseparable.
Context creates conviction
The quality of an opportunity becomes clearer when every material perspective is in the room.
Football facts
The numbers behind the opportunity.
Key signals from UEFA, Deloitte and FIFA, viewed in the context of the wider game.
European club revenue
Record European club revenue reported for the 2024 financial year.
Investment transactions
Investment transactions across European men’s and women’s clubs during 2025.
Top 20 club revenues
Combined revenue generated by Deloitte’s 20 highest-revenue clubs in 2024/25.
International transfers
International player transfers completed across professional and amateur football in 2024.
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Matches per club
Money League clubs played 57 competitive matches on average during 2024/25, compared with 51 the previous season.