Liverpool FC's Value Jumps 42% to $1 Billion

Strategic Insights -

Liverpool FC's value has surged 42% to almost $1 billion, ranking the club eighth on the Forbes list of the most valuable football clubs in the world. The increase is largely attributed to the recent £5.136 billion domestic television deal for Premier League clubs. Liverpool has surpassed Italian giants Juventus and AC Milan, and is part of the "Super Six" clubs that excel in social media following, matchday revenue, broadcasting revenue, and commercial revenue.

Key Takeaways:

  • Liverpool FC's value has jumped 42% to $1 billion, with the club now ranked eighth on the Forbes list of the most valuable football clubs in the world.
  • The increase is largely attributed to the recent £5.136 billion domestic television deal for Premier League clubs.
  • Liverpool has surpassed Italian giants Juventus and AC Milan, and is part of the "Super Six" clubs that excel in social media following, matchday revenue, broadcasting revenue, and commercial revenue.
  • Liverpool ranks seventh on social media, eighth on commercial and matchday revenues, and ninth in TV revenue, based on 2013/14 figures.
  • Real Madrid retain their place as the most valuable football team in the world for a third straight year, but Manchester United could soon topple them.
  • Manchester United are now valued at £2.03 billion, up 10% and more than three times that of Liverpool.
  • Among the top 20 clubs, Manchester City's value has increased the most at 59% to £905m, leaving them the fifth most valuable club.

Statistics:

  • Liverpool FC's value has jumped 42% to $1 billion.
  • The recent £5.136 billion domestic television deal for Premier League clubs has contributed significantly to the increase.
  • Liverpool FC ranks eighth on the Forbes list of the most valuable football clubs in the world.
  • Fernando Alonso and co are projected to continue their commercial and revenue growth in upcoming years.
  • Liverpool FC is part of the "Super Six" clubs, alongside Barcelona, Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Real Madrid.

Sources:

  • Forbes Magazine
  • Forbes: "The World's Most Valuable Football Clubs 2015"
  • Liverpool FC