Strategic Partnership Rooted in Shared Ambition
In an official statement reported by ESPN, Atlético Madrid noted that their partnership with the 28-year-old Canadian guard is grounded in shared values of ambition, excellence, and a mutual belief that every competitive result must be earned. The club, which currently sits second in LaLiga and has been majority-owned by the US-based fund Apollo Global Management since last year, welcomed the addition of the basketball star to their broader ownership group.
“I’m excited to officially join Atlético Madrid’s ownership group,” Gilgeous-Alexander said in comments published by News 9. “This is a club with a long-standing presence at the top of European football, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of its future.” Financial terms of the transaction and the precise percentage of his equity stake were not disclosed by either party.
Building on Historic On-Court Success
The ownership announcement arrives as Gilgeous-Alexander continues an exceptional stretch of athletic achievements. During the 2025-26 NBA season, the star guard averaged 31.1 points per game while shooting 55.3% from the field. According to club data, this performance established him as the first guard in NBA history to average at least 30 points on 55% or better shooting efficiency over a full campaign. Furthermore, he recently surpassed Wilt Chamberlain’s long-standing league record for consecutive regular-season games with at least 20 points, extending that remarkable streak to 140 games.
Gilgeous-Alexander captured the NBA championship and Finals MVP honors with Oklahoma City in 2025, following that triumph with his second consecutive regular-season MVP award after a run to the Western Conference Finals in 2026. His international credentials also include representing Canada at the 2024 Olympic Games.
Context and Future Outlook for Atlético Madrid
Atlético Madrid remains one of Spain’s premier football institutions, having secured LaLiga titles in 2014 and 2021 under longtime manager Diego Simeone. The club views the partnership with Gilgeous-Alexander as a step forward in bolstering its international profile and long-term vision. The athlete had previously signaled his affinity for the club earlier this year when he was photographed wearing an Atlético tracksuit.
While the exact financial magnitude remains private, the alliance underlines the increasing cross-pollination between North American sports icons and European football clubs aiming to expand their global reach across new demographics.