10 Richest Club In The World In 2025
In 2025, the football economy continues to be powered by a small number of elite clubs, raking in vast revenues from broadcasting rights, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and global fan engagement. Here are the ten richest football clubs in the world ranked by their estimated revenue for the 2023–24 season.
1. Real Madrid
Real Madrid is the richest football club in the world, with more than €1 billion in revenue. Real Madrid always achieves record revenues due to perfect factors: sporting successes, super-high brand value, and a brand new Santiago Bernabéu that generates considerable more match-day revenue and commercial revenue.
2. Manchester City
As the leading team in English football, Manchester City ranked second in the global football economy, generating around €838 million. Their success in both domestic and European competitions and multinational sponsorships underpins their revenues.
3. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) ranks third as a commercial powerhouse with an income of roughly €806 million. Both of these clubs benefit tremendously from global fans and high-market-value players.
4. Manchester United
While struggling to get back on the pitch of success, Manchester United remains very profitable, reporting revenues close to €771 million, supported by loyal fans all over the globe, and lucrative commercial arrangements.
5. Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich earned almost €765 million based on yearly Bundesliga titles, and Champions League participation, consistent commercial success helped too.
6. Barcelona
Barcelona, with an income close to €760 million, remains a major brand in football. Their revenue is driven by a mix of commercial deals, broadcasting rights, and stadium redevelopment.
7. Arsenal
Arsenal has experienced a financial recovery after generating about €716 million in revenue from its strong performance in the Premier League, merchandise sales, and matchday income.
8. Liverpool
Liverpool follows Arsenal closely in revenue at €715 million, demonstrating its reach and support from global fans, successful seasons, and strong commercial partnerships.
9. Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham earned nearly €615 million, benefiting from the new stadium and hosting a range of sporting and entertainment events.
10. Chelsea
Finally, Chelsea rounded out the top ten with €545 million in revenue. Revenue was sustained through commercial sponsorship as well as international growth.
The way that these clubs show how success, both on and off the field, drives a vast amount of global wealth today in football is astounding.