Britains Richest Clubs

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Just saw this article on the UK's top 9 clubs.

 

Gers sit at No.8

 

Here are the richest clubs in Britain, as featured in accountants Deloitte�s 2007 Football Money League, and how they make their money.

 

Manchester United

United fell to fourth place on the 2007 Football Money League, despite remaining the most profitable football club in the world. Their comparatively lowly position was thanks largely to an indifferent 2005/06 season (they were knocked out of the Champions League at the group stage). However, a successful campaign on the pitch last season, plus the expansion of Old Trafford, a more lucrative sponsorship deal with AIG and increased TV money should see them challenging Real Madrid and Barcelona at the top of the list once again in 2008.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬242.6 million

 

Chelsea

One man who definitely isn�t in the football business to make a profit is Roman Abramovich. He�s splashed out again this summer on Florent Malouda and Alex, although the activity was to nowhere near the same extent as in previous transfer windows. The Champions League is the holy grail, as is raising their profile elsewhere in the world, hence their summer tours to Asia and the US.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬221 million

 

Arsenal

The Gunners' new stadium, which has proven to be an excellent investment for the team. Latest figures reveal the club's turnover has broken �£200 million without coming near the budget for new talent. The move to the Emirate's stadium from Highbury means the Gunners are generating more than �£3m a game, although just who is paying �£92 for a seat at a game is a mystery.

 

 

06/07 revenue: ââ??¬286.8 million

 

Liverpool

The George Gillett/Tom Hicks takeover in March meant Liverpool had money to invest again in the transfer market. Perhaps more crucially for their longer-term prospects, plans have just been unveiled for a new 60,000-capacity stadium. With Anfield currently sold out every game, the extra seats can�t come quick enough. Another great performance in last season�s Champions League also boosted the club�s coffers.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬176 million

 

Newcastle

The Magpies were another club who seemed to be on the up financially following sportswear mogul Mike Ashley�s takeover. However, higher than expected levels of debt have led to some concerns. Despite this, an extremely loyal set of fans means games are always well attended and there are plans to expand St James� Park. A Champions League place at the end of the season would reward everyone for their investment in the club.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬124.3 million

 

Spurs

Tottenham may always miss out on that coveted Champions League place, but that doesn�t stop them having a high turnover. White Hart Lane is always packed with a loyal fan base, but plans to raise capacity to 50,000 are in the pipeline. Although with significantly smaller capacity than Arsenal it may only be a matter of time before another new stadium in North London is on the cards.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬107.2 million

 

Manchester City

A controversial takeover and a spiralling pile of debts - itâ��s a good job the team got off to a good start in the Premier League. City announced a �£7.1 million loss in the six months to November 2006 and it will be interesting to see if Thaksin Shinawatra plugs the holes.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬89.4 million

 

Rangers

Despite losing out on the field to Glasgow rivals Celtic for the last two seasons, the Gers have actually made more money off it. Despite this, large debts mean they can�t compete in the transfer market and they are hoping a place in the Champions League group stage will give them a much-needed windfall.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬88.5 million

 

West Ham

Having endured a summer of headlines about everything but football, the Hammers will be glad the new season is here. The takeover by a consortium headed by Icelander Eggert Magnusson injected some much needed funds into the club. But the biggest boost to the club�s coffers was their last-day survival in the Premier League.

05/06 revenue: ââ??¬60.1 million