£800m in, £800m out - Why Man City scandal shines light on Man Utd finances
Summary
Manchester City’s owners have paid over £830 million into the club, which breaks Premier League financial rules. Meanwhile, Manchester United has a high debt of £1.15 billion, increased by borrowing and player transfers, but says it is managing finances carefully.Key Facts
- Manchester City’s owners sent £830.69 million into the club, breaking financial rules.
- Manchester United’s interest payments on debt have reached about £852 million since 2005.
- United finished third in the Premier League and will play in the Champions League next season.
- United’s revenue was £677.6 million last year, expected to rise to £760 million soon.
- The club’s total debt is now £1.15 billion, up from £667 million in 2021.
- United spent £191.7 million on new players and related costs since June 2023.
- United borrowed an extra £90 million recently and spent £63.5 million on land for a new stadium.
- United keeps its wage bill under control, paying about £302 million in 2025-26, which is 45% of their revenue.
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