“The new partner will ensure the strategic development and financial stability of the Madrid club.”, — write: football.ua
The new partner will ensure the strategic development and financial stability of the Madrid club.
Photo: Atletico Madrid November 10, 2025, 11:33 p.m
Under the deal, the club’s current executives, Miguel Angel Gil and Enrique Cerezo, will continue as CEO and president, respectively, while retaining shares and ensuring continuity of leadership.
ASC, as a long-term investor, will provide support to strengthen the club’s financial position, increase sports competitiveness and develop social projects.
ASC’s investment includes additional funds for the development of Atlético Madrid teams, infrastructure projects and the construction of the new Ciudad del Deporte sports and entertainment district next to the Wanda Metropolitano stadium. This complex will become a modern center of sports, culture and recreation for the local community and fans of the club from all over the world.
The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals. After that, Atlético Madrid, including Atlético San Luis and Atlético Ottawa, will become majority owned by ASC along with the current shareholders.
Apollo Sports Capital is a global investment firm affiliated with Apollo that invests in the sports and live events industry, including through credit and hybrid investment vehicles. ASC specializes in the development of sports and entertainment assets, and Atlético Madrid will be its flagship project in the field of club ownership. As of September 30, 2025, Apollo had approximately $908 billion in assets under management.
