In a remarkable development that could change the balance of power in the Spanish football league, Spanish defensive legend Sergio Ramos a global investment alliance aimed at acquiring full ownership of Sevilla FC, the club where he began his football career and recently made a romantic comeback.
Details of the new investment offer
Spanish media outlets, most notably Marca, have reported that Sergio Ramos is leading a group of foreign investors who have submitted a formal €400 million to acquire the Andalusian club. According to these reports, Ramos will not be the primary financier of this massive deal, but will instead serve as the public face and leading figure of the project. The financial resources will come from a large American investment fund seeking to enter the European football market through one of Spain's most prestigious clubs.
Historical context and Ramos's relationship with Seville
This move is particularly significant given the complex and deep historical relationship between Ramos and Sevilla FC. He rose through the ranks at the club's academy before making a controversial move to Real Madrid in 2005, where he enjoyed a golden era, winning every possible title, followed by a stint at Paris Saint-Germain. Last season, Ramos returned to his "old home," Sevilla, in a romantic move to conclude his career. However, his current ambitions extend beyond the pitch to the administrative offices, as the 39-year-old still seeks an opportunity to play in the 2026 World Cup.
The administrative crisis and the CVC debt obstacle
This offer comes at a time when Sevilla FC is embroiled in bitter administrative conflicts between its major shareholders, specifically between current president José María del Nido Carrasco and his father, the former president, making the sale a strong possibility to end the division. However, the deal faces a significant technical and financial obstacle related to the club's debt.
Reports indicate that the sticking point in negotiations is how to value the loan the club received from La Liga's 2021 agreement with CVC Capital Partners. Sevilla's current management does not classify this money as conventional debt, while the new investors insist on including it in their financial obligations, which could reduce the net value of the offer. The deal requires a thorough due diligence process to assess the club's true financial position.
The impact of the deal and the future of the club
Should this consortium succeed in acquiring the club, Sevilla will join the ranks of European clubs owned by American capital, potentially paving the way for massive investments to develop the infrastructure and strengthen the squad to compete both domestically and continentally. Ramos's offer faces stiff competition, with sources confirming that two other bids are on the table, intensifying the race to take control of the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium.
