Sergio Ramos and investment group Five Eleven Capital reached an agreement on May 12 to purchase 80% of Sevilla FC shares for around 400 million euros, valuing the club at approximately 3,500 euros per share [1, 2]. The deal is subject to approval by LaLiga and the Spanish National Sports Council before it can be finalized [1, 2].
Sevilla FC has competed continuously in LaLiga since the 2001-02 season and claimed the Europa League title in 2022-23 [1, 2]. The club currently sits 13th in the league standings, three points clear of the relegation zone with three games left to play this season [1, 2]. Last season, Sevilla narrowly avoided relegation as well, finishing 17th and ending one point above the drop zone [1, 2].
Ramos began his youth career at Sevilla before moving to Real Madrid in 2005, where he won 22 major trophies during his time with the club [1, 2]. Internationally, he is a World Cup winner and two-time European Championship champion with Spain [1, 2]. After returning to Sevilla for a season in 2023, Ramos last played for Mexican club Monterrey [1, 2].
The agreement marks Ramos' transition from player to club owner, joining forces with Five Eleven Capital in the takeover. The transaction now awaits regulatory greenlights from key Spanish football authorities [1, 2].