Real Madrid absorbed a 33,2 million euro loss during the 2025-2026 season while pushing its basketball budget to 67,2 million euros for the upcoming campaign.
Club president Florentino Perez oversees the financial commitment to the basketball division, which is funded by revenues generated through the football operations. Personnel expenses represent a large share of these basketball expenditures.
Staff costs totaled 48,6 million euros last season and are projected to climb to 52,7 million euros for the 2026-2027 season. Player salaries make up the vast majority of this personnel spending.
The club remains tied to the EuroLeague organization for now, as it manages a period involving potential discussions surrounding a proposed NBA Europe project. Management opted to maintain its current continental competition path while evaluating other options.
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Commercial growth offsets some of the widening operational costs across the board. Total revenues reached 27,4 million euros last year behind steady gains in the club’s sponsorship portfolio.
Major corporate partners such as Emirates, Adidas, and BMW are projected to deliver 17,5 million euros in commercial income for the current campaign. Broadcasters also contribute significantly to the financial ledger.
With Real Madrid's budget figures now revealed, the Spanish club ranks among the top 3 EuroLeague teams in the latest budget comparison. Estimated net player budgets for 12 of the EuroLeague's 20 clubs are now public. More on BasketNewshttps://t.co/HpaM2ZFQo0
EuroLeague broadcasting rights are officially projected to surpass 7 million euros, outperforming ticket sales revenue for the division, as detailed in reports.
To understand the scale of the basketball division’s financial movement, a direct look at the primary figures highlights where the money goes and where it comes from.
- Total Budget: 67,2 million euros allocated for the 2026-2027 season.
- Personnel Expenses: Projected at 52,7 million euros, up from 48,6 million euros the previous year.
- Sponsorship Income: Expected to reach 17,5 million euros through partnerships with brands like Emirates, Adidas, and BMW.
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