Atleti have a new owner: Apollo take charge of the Colchoneros | OneFootball

Atlético de Madrid has confirmed a historic agreement that will reshape its shareholding structure. Apollo Sports Capital (ASC), the global investment fund of Apollo, becomes the new majority shareholder of the rojiblanco club. This strategic move has been agreed upon with the main current owners, including Miguel Ángel Gil, Enrique Cerezo, Quantum Pacific Group, and Ares Management.

The arrival of ASC is seen as a boost to consolidate the club among the elite of European football. The capital investment aims to strengthen Atlético's financial stability and sporting competitiveness, ensuring long-term success for its millions of fans worldwide.

It is important to highlight that the current leadership will remain. Miguel Ángel Gil (CEO) and Enrique Cerezo (President) will continue to lead the entity. Both will remain shareholders, ensuring the continuity of the project that has made Atlético an internationally recognized club over the past two decades.

The new capital will be allocated to major infrastructure projects. The crown jewel is the additional investment in the much-anticipated Ciudad del Deporte, an ambitious sports and entertainment center located next to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium. This development aims to turn the area into a world-class destination.

With Apollo's experience in the sports and entertainment sector, the collaboration between ASC and the current shareholders promises an ambitious future. The goal is to create a dynamic urban center serving the Madrid community, further strengthening Atlético de Madrid's global brand.

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