Second Major Post-World Cup Mega Deal: Manchester City and Puma Sign the Largest Contract in Premier League History, €1.153 Billion Over 10 Years

(By Maqueda and Maurizio, in collaboration with MotorHome and the InfoNegocios network) Nike was the star of the Club World Cup final (and also of European cups), with Chelsea and PSG sponsored by the brand of the pipette, but Adidas was the real protagonist at the events, serving as official ball supplier, cross-sponsorship partner, and activator in Miami and across the USA.

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Quick Tips: Key Insights to Understand the Magnitude of Manchester City’s Contract with Puma

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  • What does this agreement mean for Manchester City, Puma, and the sponsorship market in sports? Find out below.

  • The surge in European football revenues, clearly post-World Cup, is responding rapidly. Manchester City has made a bold statement in European and global football with the signing of the biggest sponsorship deal in Premier League history, setting a new standard in shirt sponsorship income.

  • The partnership with Puma, valued at £1 billion (roughly €1.153 billion) over a decade, not only strengthens the financial position of the team led by Pep Guardiola but also marks a strategic shift in the elite football economy.

  • Adidas, fresh from winning the World Cup in Qatar and the Copa América with Argentina, and Reebok, champion with Botafogo in Libertadores, are now facing Puma’s need to regain ground.

 

The biggest contract in Premier League history: €1.153 billion over 10 years, with an annual investment of €115 million—a record surpassing any other shirt deal in England.

 


City ranks among Europe’s top sponsorships: only behind Real Madrid, which earns €260 million annually from deals with Adidas, Emirates, and HP.

 

  • Global diversification: Puma will outfit all clubs within the City Football Group, operating across 4 continents, expanding Puma’s presence and the club’s international reach.

  • Financial impact on the club: The deal boosts total sponsorship revenue and enhances Manchester City’s global brand, which now receives over €210 million annually from sponsors.

  • Brand strategy and global growth: The partnership with Puma reinforces City’s position as one of the most valuable and fastest-growing clubs in football worldwide.

 

The Strategy and Financial Impact of the Deal

 

A record that redefines European football figures

  • Manchester City, with this agreement, surpasses historic clubs in sponsorship revenue, ranking second in Europe only behind Real Madrid, which generates approximately €260 million annually. 

  • The Puma deal, covering not just the first team but all clubs within the City Football Group in countries like Spain, Australia, Belgium, India, Uruguay, Italy, Bolivia, Brazil, and France, exponentially expands the club’s global footprint and Puma’s brand presence.

Key Data and Figures 

 

  • Total investment: €1.153 billion over 10 years (€115 million annually). 

 

  • Total City sponsorship income: €210.5 million, including deals with Puma, Etihad, and OKX. 

 

  • European sponsorship ranking: Second, after Real Madrid (€260 million). 

 

  • The Puma partnership: Includes all clubs under the City Football Group umbrella, across 4 continents. 

 

  • Brand impact: Reinforces Manchester City’s standing as one of the most valuable and fastest-growing teams in sports.



The Club’s Vision and Brand Strategy

 

  • Ferran Soriano, CEO of Manchester City, said, “Puma has integrated perfectly into our organization, and we’ve shared many historic moments together. This deal reflects our ambition to surpass expectations and consolidate our brand globally.” 

  • The partnership aims not only for economic benefits but also to boost brand presence, innovation, and growth in emerging and established markets.

 

A New Era in Elite Football

 

  • The Manchester City-Puma contract is not only the biggest sponsorship investment in Premier League history but also a prime example of how sports clubs are transforming their business models to accelerate global growth.

  • The diversification strategy, brand innovation, and international expansion position City as one of the most powerful clubs worldwide, with a solid economy and an expanding global footprint. In a market where football is becoming a high-value asset, partnerships like this pave the way for other clubs and brands seeking to maximize impact and profitability.

 

FAQs

 

  1. Why is Puma investing so heavily in sponsorship?
    Because it recognizes that strategic alliances strengthen its global brand, increase profitability, and open doors to new markets in Asia, America, and Europe, solidifying its position as one of the world’s most valuable sports brands.

  2. What impact does this deal have on the club’s finances?
    It significantly increases revenue, helps finance transfers, infrastructure, and international expansion programs, and reinforces its leadership in the football economy.

  3. How does this benefit other brands and businesses?
    It provides an example of smart investment in branding, sports marketing, and international expansion, inspiring companies to partner with major clubs to boost their global presence.

 

Long live football—may the beautiful game keep inspiring us!

 

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