According to an analysis by Brands Capital Sports, 55 professional and semi-professional football clubs in Portugal, Spain, France and Austria are currently seeking investment, highlighting the sector’s growing appeal as an alternative asset class, Executive Digest reports.

Portugal represents the largest share of the market, with 29 clubs looking for investors. These include six Liga Portugal Betclic clubs, with indicative valuations ranging from 15 million euros to 50 million euros and majority stakes of up to 93 percent. The portfolio also includes clubs from Liga Portugal 2, Liga 3, the Campeonato de Portugal and district championships.

Spain accounts for 23 investment opportunities across La Liga, Segunda División, Primera RFEF and Segunda RFEF. The analysis also identified two clubs in France and one in Austria’s second division, where the proposed transaction includes the acquisition of the entire Sporting Limited Company (SAD), as well as the stadium and other infrastructure.

Sérgio Duarte, CEO of Brands Capital Sports, said the growing interest from investors makes structured and transparent acquisition processes increasingly important.

“The European football market continues to attract investors with different profiles and objectives, making structured, transparent processes supported by rigorous information increasingly important,” he said.

The analysis suggests that investment in football clubs is no longer limited to major investors or international funds. As more clubs seek capital to finance growth, improve infrastructure and strengthen competitiveness, football is becoming an increasingly attractive investment market, offering opportunities across both established leagues and developing clubs.