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Forbes ranks Manchester United as the second most valuable football club at £4.8 BILLION despite abysmal season

Overview of Manchester United’s Financial Status

Despite their on-pitch failures, Manchester United remains a financial juggernaut. The Red Devils are estimated to be the second most valuable football club in the world despite their 15th placed Premier League finish and failure to qualify for Europe this season.

Global Standing

12 Premier League clubs rank amongst the 30 most valuable in the world according to Forbes, alongside teams from Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and the United States.

Impact of European Success on Club Finances

The report states that Manchester United benefits from the influx of cash that continental competitions offer European clubs. Real Madrid’s 2024 Champions League triumph, for instance, saw them earn roughly £113 million in prize money. Similarly, Atalanta, who won last year’s Europa League, pocketed £28 million, which clearly helped Manchester United following their dreadful domestic performances.

Long-term Financial Health

It also suggests Manchester United’s previous dominance of English football, as well as impressive European performances, helps increase its revenue and therefore keeps it just behind Real Madrid as the second most valuable club. Other Premier League teams feature on the list including champions Liverpool, who came in at fourth, valued at £3.98 billion and Manchester City, who came in fifth at £3.9 billion.

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