Despite ongoing struggles on the pitch, Manchester United has been named the world’s second most valuable football club, valued at $6.6 billion (£4.9 billion) by Forbes. Only Real Madrid surpasses them, valued at $6.75 billion.
United’s high valuation comes despite finishing eighth in the Premier League in 2023-24 and missing out on Champions League qualification, followed by a 15th-place finish and Europa League final loss in 2024-25, meaning no European football next season.
The club’s strong global brand and vast fanbase, cultivated over decades of success, are credited with its continued financial strength, even with significant debts and recent losses.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, a minority owner, has implemented cost-saving measures, including staff redundancies, and the club plans a new £2 billion stadium.
