Real Madrid continue to solidify its status as the world’s highest-earning football club, becoming the first in history to surpass the €1 billion revenue mark.
In its latest financial statement presented in the summer of 2025, the club announced a record-breaking revenue of €1.185 billion.
While the club recorded a profit after taxes of €24 million, its total contribution to the Spanish Treasury and Social Security remains staggering.
For the 2024-25 fiscal year, Real Madrid’s total tax and social security contribution amounted to €356.2 million, reports Defensa Central.
Real Madrid’s financial breakdown
A detailed breakdown of the fiscal balance reveals the sheer scale of the club’s financial impact. Personal Income Tax (IRPF) and Non-Resident Income Tax (IRNR) accounted for the largest portion of the payout at €221.8 million.
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez
Real Madrid are paying a fortune in taxes. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)
Additionally, the club contributed €5.9 million in Corporate Tax and €5.3 million in property and other local taxes (IBI).
Social security contributions for both the company and its employees totalled nearly €19 million, while the net VAT paid to the authorities reached €104.4 million.
This financial health is largely attributed to the management of President Florentino Pérez, who was recently re-elected to serve until 2029.
Under his leadership, the club has become a global benchmark for stadium renovation and commercial strategy.
With upcoming contract renewals for major sponsors like Adidas and Fly Emirates, as well as significant image rights contributions from stars like Kylian Mbappé, the club anticipates further economic growth.
Perez is even considering a shift in the ownership model, potentially inviting 10% investment to help the club – currently valued at €10 billion – compete with state-owned entities in the new era of football.