Sergio Ramos reached an agreement with Sevilla's main shareholders on 25/1, allowing the 39-year-old center-back to begin financial due diligence on the club. Should the process proceed smoothly, Ramos and his business partner Martin Ink, a key figure from the Five Eleven Capital group, could acquire Sevilla for 533 million USD.
Previously, a US investment fund had been prepared to offer 590 million USD for an acquisition. However, their due diligence process uncovered a substantial debt, leading to their withdrawal.
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Ramos (right) meets Sevilla leaders early 1/2026. *Photo: AS* |
Sevilla currently holds the record with seven UEFA Cup/Europa League titles, four more than the next most successful group, which includes Inter, Tottenham, Liverpool, Juventus, and Atletico. Beyond the Europa League, the club, based at Sanchez Pizjuan, has also secured one La Liga title, one UEFA Super Cup, and five Copa del Rey trophies.
Despite their historical success, Sevilla is no longer considered a top-tier club. They finished 17th out of 20 teams in La Liga last season, just one point clear of the relegation zone, and currently sit 11th after 21 rounds this season.
In terms of market value, Sevilla is considered a mid-tier European club. Forbes' 2025 valuation of the top 10 most valuable clubs includes: Real Madrid (6.75 billion USD), Man Utd (6.6 billion USD), Barca (5.65 billion USD), Liverpool (5.4 billion USD), Man City (5.3 billion USD), Bayern (5.1 billion USD), PSG (4.6 billion USD), Arsenal (3.4 billion USD), Tottenham (3.3 billion USD), and Chelsea (3.25 billion USD).
Ramos joined Sevilla's youth academy in 1996 and made his first-team debut in 2004. In 2005, he transferred to Real Madrid, where he won four Champions League and five La Liga titles. The 39-year-old center-back is also a legend for the Spanish national team, having won the Euro 2008, 2012, and the 2010 World Cup.
Ramos returned to Sevilla for the 2023-2024 season. Following his departure from Monterrey last December, he has been without a club, making this potential ownership move a significant next step.
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