Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has officially become a shareholder of the Spanish football club Atlético Madrid. The NBA superstar, recognized as the league’s Most Valuable Player for the 2024-25 season, announced his entry into the club’s investment group via social media this week.
“I am thrilled to officially join the Atlético Madrid ownership group,” Gilgeous-Alexander stated. “It is a club with a long history at the top of European football, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of its future.”
Atlético Madrid Confirms Strategic Partnership with Athlete
The Madrid-based club confirmed the partnership, highlighting a strategic alignment between the athlete and the organization. In a statement regarding the deal, Atlético Madrid noted that the collaboration is built on “common values: ambition, excellence, and the conviction that every result must be earned.”
Precedent Among NBA Stars in European Football
Gilgeous-Alexander’s move follows a well-established pattern of NBA icons securing equity in top-tier European football clubs.
MVP Gilgeous-Alexander Invests in European Sports Management
The investment arrives during a peak period for the Canadian guard. Gilgeous-Alexander has solidified his status as one of the NBA’s premier talents over the last two seasons, culminating in his MVP award for the 2024-25 campaign. As he continues his tenure with the Oklahoma City Thunder, his involvement in European sports management adds a new dimension to his professional interests outside of the basketball court.
The club has not disclosed the specific financial terms or the size of the equity stake acquired by the player.
