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Apollo in Exclusive Talks to Buy About 50% of Atlético Madrid

Talks cover fresh funding for Atlético’s stadium projects under an exclusivity window through mid-October.

Overview

  • Atlético de Madrid and Apollo Global Management are in advanced, exclusive negotiations, with no binding agreement announced.
  • Sources say the deal would be executed in phases starting around mid-October to reach roughly a 50% stake, with Miguel Ángel Gil Marín expected to remain in day-to-day control as existing shareholders stay on as minorities.
  • The discussions point to a club valuation near €2.5 billion including debt.
  • The package under review includes a capital increase of at least €60 million earmarked for the first team and projects linked to the Cívitas Metropolitano.
  • The prospective investment is tied to financing the planned sports city around the stadium, for which the club is seeking roughly €555 million toward an estimated €800 million total cost.