Frankfurt am Main – LIBERO football finance AG is reporting a successful launch to its business operations, with initial revenue generated in the weeks following the public unveiling of its LIBERO Exchange platform. The company announced Tuesday that it has secured approximately €50,000 in revenue within the first three weeks of actively marketing the platform, which aims to streamline financial solutions for European football clubs.
The LIBERO Exchange was first presented to a wider audience at the SPOBIS Congress in Hamburg on February 4th and 5th. LIBERO has quickly followed up on that initial exposure, establishing business contacts not only within German-speaking countries but also in Belgium, France, Croatia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, and Spain. The company intends to actively expand its network and business volume in the coming months.
LIBERO football finance AG, founded in 2015 and publicly traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ISIN: DE000A161N22), positions itself as a holistic financial partner for football clubs. The Exchange platform serves as a central hub for clubs to connect with potential financiers, including banks and credit funds. The company highlights two innovative financing examples currently featured on its website: Kaderfinanzierung (squad financing) and a permanent credit line for clubs.
According to LIBERO, the Exchange offers several key advantages for clubs, including increased competition among lenders leading to lower costs, solutions to overcome large credit limits, simplified formation of financing consortia, rapid qualitative assessments from the LIBERO network, faster decision-making from new financial providers, systematic data provision for financiers, and the development of a unified rating system for football clubs (currently in progress). Beyond financing, the platform also facilitates the placement of requests for various other services required by football clubs.
“We are very satisfied with the launch of our business operations,” said Dr. Dirk Rogowski, CEO of LIBERO football finance AG. “The initial revenue of around €50,000 within just three weeks of the marketing launch demonstrates that our LIBERO Exchange platform is hitting a nerve in the market. We are particularly pleased that we have already established active business contacts in seven other European countries in addition to clubs in German-speaking regions. This confirms, in our view, the international potential of our platform.”
Rogowski added that the combination of diverse financing options and innovative solutions like squad financing and permanent credit lines provides genuine value to clubs. He expressed confidence that the LIBERO Exchange will become a central financing platform in European football as the company continues to expand its network.
LIBERO’s emergence comes at a time when football clubs are increasingly seeking creative financial solutions. Traditional revenue streams are being supplemented as clubs grapple with rising player transfer fees and salaries. Many existing financial players specialize in specific areas, but LIBERO aims to offer a comprehensive, long-term solution by evaluating a club’s overall economic and financial situation, as noted in a statement from advisor Fredi Bobic, reported by the company. LIBERO Football Finance AG aims to fill this gap and establish itself as a one-stop provider for European football.
The company, formerly known as RAVENO Capital AG, rebranded to LIBERO Football Finance AG in July 2023. It currently employs seven people and is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
The LIBERO Exchange platform is designed to address a critical need within the football industry. Clubs often face challenges securing financing due to complex structures and limited access to diverse funding sources. By connecting clubs directly with a wider range of potential investors, LIBERO aims to improve access to capital and optimize financial terms. The platform’s emphasis on data provision and standardized ratings also promises to enhance transparency and reduce risk for both clubs and financiers.
The success of the LIBERO Exchange will likely depend on its ability to attract a critical mass of both clubs and investors. Expanding its network across Europe and demonstrating the tangible benefits of its platform will be key to establishing itself as a leading player in the football finance landscape. The company’s focus on innovative financing solutions, such as squad financing, could also prove to be a significant differentiator.
Looking ahead, LIBERO football finance AG plans to continue expanding its network and refining its platform. The company’s next steps will likely involve onboarding additional clubs and investors, developing its rating system, and exploring new financing options. Investors and industry observers will be closely watching LIBERO’s progress as it seeks to disrupt the traditional football finance model.
Further information about LIBERO football finance AG and the LIBERO Exchange platform can be found on the company’s website at libero-football-finance.com.
The company’s next major update is expected during its quarterly earnings report, scheduled for release in April 2026.
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