Welcome to the 30th edition of the Annual Review of Football Finance, the publication that remains the most comprehensive analysis of the financial trends in, and prospects for, the football industry.

This year’s publication chronicles the COVID-19 disrupted 2019/20 season, providing an analysis of the scale and impact of the financial challenges faced by European football clubs over the financial year 2019/20, and the measures clubs have adopted whilst ‘riding the challenge’.

It captures comprehensive analysis of the business drivers, financial situations, and prospects for clubs in the ‘big five’ European leagues, the top four divisions of English football, and a selection of other first tier leagues around Europe.

The publication also explores several key trends emerging from the global pandemic, including the recent surge of private equity interest in football, the continued convergence of sport with technology and media, a renewed focus on sustainability, and growth opportunities for women’s football.

Get the whole picture in the full report, available to download for free. To discuss this year’s analysis and predictions, and the impact they have on your business, get in touch with the team today.

Football Intelligence Tool

The Annual Review of Football Finance is powered by Deloitte’s Football Intelligence Tool (‘FIT’). FIT is a digital solution used by clubs, investors, industry experts and the media to quickly and reliably interrogate the finances of the European football market.

Deloitte’s Football Intelligence Tool (FIT) is a digital solution used by clubs, investors, industry experts and the media to quickly and reliably interrogate the finances of the European football market.The Tool provides access to comprehensive information on the European football market and facilitates research and benchmarking. For more information on FIT, see our dedicated website or get in touch with a member of our team to organise a demonstration.