With an estimated transfer surplus of 420 million euros over the last ten years, the Super League ranks 7th among Europe’s top leagues!
In its traditional weekly newsletter, the Neuchâtel football observatory CIES (Centre International d’Etude du Sport) presents the financial balance sheets of the transfers made by clubs in the world’s most important leagues over the last ten years. The figures mentioned include the fixed transfer fees, possible bonus payments (regardless of whether these were actually paid) and the amounts paid as part of loan transactions. To the extent that the information is available, the income information also takes into account the lump sums negotiated for resale.
The importance of Switzerland as a training country
The CIES estimates that between 2015 and 2024, Super League clubs made transfers worth €294 million and received €714 million for players released, giving a positive financial balance of €420 million. With this total, the league occupies an excellent 7th place among the top European leagues behind Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Croatia and Denmark and underlines the importance of Switzerland as a training country.
» 481st CIES Football Observatory Weekly Post (in English)
What are the implications of the CIES Observatory‘s report on the future investments of Super League clubs?
World-today-news.com is pleased to present an exclusive interview with two esteemed guests on the recently released financial report by the CIES Observatory regarding the transfer surplus of the European Super League. Professor X, an economist with expertise in sports industry, and journalist Y, who closely covers football transfers, share their insights on the findings and discuss the future prospects of the Super League.
Professor X: Can you please give us an overview of the financial report released by CIES Observatory on the transfer surplus of the European Super League over the last decade?
Journalist Y: The CIES Observatory has reported that the Super League has an estimated transfer surplus of 420 million euros over the last ten years, which puts it in the 7th position among Europe’s top leagues. This amount consists of fixed transfer fees, possible bonus payments, and sums paid as part of loan transactions. The income information also takes into account the lump sums negotiated for resale to the extent that it was available. The report underlines the importance of Switzerland as a training country for these clubs.
Professor X: That’s a significant amount of money! How does this ranking of 7th position affect the perception of the league’s financial stability and competitiveness among other European leagues?
Journalist Y: It’s a positive sign for the Super League’s financial stability, given that they have managed to generate such a substantial surplus despite being a relatively new competition. However, it’s important to note that their ranking is influenced by their transfer policies and strategies, as well as their ability to attract top-tier clubs and players. In terms of competitiveness, this surplus highlights that the league is able to compete with established leagues such as Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Croatia, and Denmark.
Professor X: Do you think this surplus is a result of successful player development or strategic transfer policies by the Super League clubs?
Journalist Y: It’s a combination of both, as the CIES report states. Switzerland’s footballing infrastructure has played a crucial role in producing talented players, and the Super League clubs have been able to identify these players at an early stage and develop them into stars. Additionally, they have been strategic
