Sevilla’s planned takeover involving former Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos has collapsed just days before a crucial deadline, throwing fresh uncertainty around the Spanish club’s financial future.
The proposed deal, reportedly valued at about €444 million, was expected to hand a Ramos-backed consortium control of 85 percent of the club. However, negotiations broke down after disagreements emerged over changes made to the original financial structure.
The News Chronicle reports that the investment group, which included the Five Eleven fund and Mexican partners, initially proposed a major outright purchase, later presenting a revised offer with a smaller upfront payment and a gradual stake acquisition. Sources close to Sevilla’s shareholders were said to be unhappy with the sudden changes, raising concerns over financial guarantees and long-term stability.
The collapse now leaves Sevilla searching for fresh investors ahead of the summer transfer window as the club battles financial fair play pressure and mounting economic uncertainty.
Ramos, who recently became a free agent after leaving Mexican side Monterrey, had been the public face of the ambitious takeover move. Reports from Spain indicate that the former Spain international is preparing to publicly address the failed negotiations in the coming days.
The failed deal adds another layer of instability to a club already facing difficult financial and sporting challenges.
