Football is not only an elegant sport now, but a sport that generates a lot of money.
Because of their fans worldwide, high-paying TV deals, and impressive businesses, many of the world’s top clubs are seen as impressive assets for those with a lot of money.
Among those changing the sport are tech moguls, oil tycoons, fashion billionaires, and sovereign wealth funds.
20. Dietmar Hopp Net Worth – $6 Billion
German billionaire Dietmar Hopp co-founded software company SAP and invested over €350 million in the Bundesliga club TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.
Because of his contribution, the club has improved from amateurs to champions of Germany and pays special attention to training young players.
Club(s): TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
19. Jim Kavanaugh Net Worth – $7 Billion
Together with another partner, Jim Kavanaugh is co-owner of MLS team St. Louis City SC, who started competing in 2023. Backing from the owner has turned the club into a major contender in the league.
Club(s): St. Louis City SC
18.
Robert Commisso Net Worth – $8.3 Billion
Mediacom’s founder and CEO Robert Commisso is also in charge of Italian Serie A team Fiorentina. Commisso is a backer of the European Super League and has used his business sense in running Fiorentina since 2019.
Club(s): Fiorentina
17.
Arthur Blank Net Worth – $8.9 Billion
As co-founder of Home Depot, Arthur Blank has played a big role in American sports. He has Atlanta United FC (MLS) and the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL as his sports franchises.
The team built a new stadium, the Mercedes-Benz Stadium which cost $1.5 billion, and in 2018 won the MLS Cup in Atlanta.
16.
Nassef Sawiris Net Worth – $9.4 Billion
Nassef Sawiris, Egypt’s wealthiest person, bought Aston Villa in 2018 together with Wes Edens.
They have spent more than £360 million through their firm NSWE (which is now known as V Sports) to win back the club’s place in the Premier League and make significant changes to the stadium.
Club(s): Aston Villa
15.
Robert Kraft Net Worth – $11.8 Billion
Robert Kraft controls both the New England Patriots from the NFL and the New England Revolution from the MLS.
He constructed Gillette Stadium and made the Patriots a highly successful team in the NFL.
14.
Shahid Khan Net Worth – $13.1 Billion
Businessman Shahid Khan from Pakistan owns Fulham FC and the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, and he is also one of the creators of All Elite Wrestling.
He bought Fulham in 2013 and worked to make sure the club remained stable and closer to the community since then.
Club(s): Fulham FC
13.
Anders Holch Povlsen Net Worth – $13.3 Billion
The main shareholder of ASOS and Zalando, as well as the man behind Bestseller, Povlsen bought the majority of FC Midtjylland last year.
The goal of his investment is to get the Danish club playing among Europe’s best teams.
12.
Idan Ofer Net Worth – $13.3 Billion
Idan Ofer is a majority owner of F.C. Famalicão (85%), he also has significant shares in Atlético Madrid (33%).
Most of Aswathy’s money comes from shipping, energy, and worldwide investment made through Quantum Pacific Group.
Club(s): F.C Famalicao, Atletico Madrid
11. Andrea
Agnelli & Family Net Worth – $13.5 Billion
The Agnelli family has managed Juventus for many years. Andrea Agnelli was the chairman from 2010 all the way until 2023.
The club is controlled by the family because they hold 69% of it through Exor.
Club(s): Juventus
10.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe Net Worth – $16.7 Billion
Sir Jim Ratcliffe from Britain bought a 27% stake in Manchester United in 2024.
Besides, he is the owner of OGC Nice in Ligue 1 and is intending to make United his main concentration.
Club(s): OGC Nice, Manchester United
9.
Philip Anschutz Net Worth – $16.9 Billion
Philip Anschutz played a big part in the development of Major League Soccer and is behind the LA Galaxy team as well as holding significant investments in oil, railroads, real estate, and entertainment. He also controls the NHL organization LA Kings.
Club(s): LA Galaxy
8.
Francois Pinault Net Worth – $17.5 Billion
François Pinault, the Honorary Chairman of Kering, also owns the Rennais FC team.
There has been a continuous improvement at the club since Pinault took charge in 1998.
Club(s): Stade Rennais
7.
Stan Kroenke Net Worth – $18 Billion
Arsenal FC, Denver Nuggets, LA Rams, Colorado Rapids, and Colorado Avalanche are the teams owned by Kroenke.
By means of Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, he operates in several other continents.
Club(s): Arsenal FC
6.
David Tepper Net Worth – $21.3 Billion
In 2018, David Tepper, who owns Appaloosa Management, got the Carolina Panthers for a price of $2.275 billion.
Afterward, he launched MLS’s Charlotte FC and has grown into a key person in the investment field of American sports.
Club(s): Charlotte FC
5.
Sheikh Mansour Net Worth – $30 Billion
One of the Deputy Prime Ministers of the UAE, Sheikh Mansour, owns City Football Group.
It has ownership over Manchester City, New York City FC, Melbourne City FC, and a number of other clubs.
Over the years, he has turned City into a successful franchise that is known around the world.
Club(s): Manchester City, Girona, Palermo, Troyes, Lommel, New York City FC, Mumbai City, Melbourne City, Yokohama F. Marinos, Shenzhen Peng City, Montevideo City, Torque Bahia
4.
Djarum Group Net worth - $45 Billion
Robert and Michael Hartono from Indonesia own the Djarum Group, which bought Italian side Como 1907 in 2019.
Because of their support, the club is now in the top division and makes them the country’s wealthiest club owners.
Club(s): Como 1907
3.
Red Bull GmbH Net Worth – $78.5 Billion
Rossen Yoovidhya and Mark Mateschitz are the persons responsible for Red Bull, which has teams including RB Leipzig, Red Bull Salzburg, and New York Red Bulls.
They have changed how people invest in football using their mix of sports and marketing.
Club(s): FC Red Bull Salzburg, New York Red Bulls, RB Leipzig, FC Liefering, Red Bull Bragantino, RB Omiya Ardija, Paris FC
2.
Bernard Arnault & family Net Worth – $148 Billion
Bernard Arnault comes second in wealthiest owners list, and he has a large stake in Paris FC because of his company Agache Sport.
Since 2024, Arnault has been active in football as the main owner of Ligue 1 team Paris FC.
Club(s): Paris FC
1. Public Investment Fund Net Worth – $430 Billion
Last year, the Saudi Arabia wealth fund bought 80% of Newcastle United.
Because the PIF has access to huge funds and invests across the globe, it has led Newcastle to become a top football project.
Club(s): Newcastle United
