From Captain To Chairman? Sergio Ramos Nears Sevilla Takeover After €450m Bid - Report

Last Updated:January 26, 2026, 23:04 IST

Sergio Ramos is close to buying Sevilla for €450 million via Five Eleven Capital, aiming to rescue his boyhood club from financial crisis and restore local control.

Sergio Ramos during his Sevilla days (AFP)

Sergio Ramos is on the brink of completing his most personal deal yet — buying Sevilla.

The Seville-born defender has entered an exclusivity period to take ownership of his boyhood club after submitting a bid worth around €450 million, according to reports in Spain.

A due diligence process is now underway to assess Sevilla’s fragile finances before the deal can be finalised.

Ramos’ offer has been made through his investment firm Five Eleven Capital, alongside business partner Martin Ink. The group has reached a preliminary agreement with Sevilla’s core shareholders, opening the door to what would be one of the most emotionally charged takeovers in modern football.

The move comes at a critical moment for Sevilla.

The club’s financial position has deteriorated rapidly, with accumulated losses now estimated at €155 million across the past three seasons. While official debt figures stand at €70 million, internal assessments suggest the true number could be closer to €180 million, compounded by a €108 million loan arranged last year.

Sevilla’s ownership groups — including the Del Nido family, José Castro and the Carrión family — have been actively seeking a buyer amid mounting pressure and instability.

Ramos’ interest became public earlier this year, triggering talks with club executives and shareholders. Unlike a typical foreign takeover, the proposal carries strong symbolic weight. Ramos is not just an investor — he is Sevilla’s most famous son, a former captain and academy graduate who represents the club’s identity as much as its history.

If the takeover is completed, Ramos’ role would extend beyond the balance sheet. The plan is seen as a long-term attempt to stabilise Sevilla, restore credibility and reassert local control at a time when many clubs are drifting toward faceless ownership models.

At 39, Ramos would also join a growing list of elite players stepping into football ownership. Former teammates Gareth Bale and Luka Modrić have invested in Plymouth Argyle and Swansea City respectively, while Giorgio Chiellini holds shares in LAFC.

For Ramos, this isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about stewardship. From lifting trophies in Europe to now trying to save a club in crisis, Sevilla may yet become his most meaningful victory.

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