Real Madrid blocks Gasol16 deal, warns of long‑term revenue mortgage

Real Madrid has publicly rejected the investment agreement backed by Gasol16 Ventures, which would grant the fund between 35% and 49% of Liga F’s future revenue until 2051, marking a firm stance against outside capital in Spanish women’s football.

Real Madrid issued a forceful official statement from its Concha Espina offices, confirming it will not join the new investment agreement approved by Liga F. The deal currently enjoys the backing of a quarter of the competition’s clubs.

The agreement is backed by the fund Gasol16 Ventures, which is led by former basketball star Pau Gasol. Real Madrid’s refusal mirrors its earlier rejection of the CVC fund in the men’s league.

The Madrid board opposes the sale of audiovisual and commercial rights over the very long term, insisting clubs retain full ownership. It argues that such external capital compromises sustainable growth.

Under the proposed model, the private fund would provide financing in exchange for receiving between 35% and 49% of Liga F’s future revenue until 2051. Madrid has already contested a similar “quick money” formula in court during its dispute with Javier Tebas.

While respecting the clubs that have signed the agreement, Real Madrid demands that its voluntary stance not lead to different treatment or negative institutional consequences. The club insists that clubs choosing to remain outside the deal must not be financially penalised.

Madrid warns that mortgaging the competition for a quarter of a century poses a serious risk for clubs promoted in the future, which would be bound to the model without receiving any initial financing. It stresses that this could affect the long‑term viability of newly promoted sides.

The club’s position underscores a broader resistance within Spanish football to external investment, echoing its battle against CVC in the men’s league and highlighting concerns over long‑term revenue control.