Man United Reports 6th Consecutive Annual Loss; Struggling with Financial Stability and Lower Revenue Forecasts
Manchester United reported a net loss for the sixth consecutive year, revealing a £33 million ($45 million) deficit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. While this figure marks a significant improvement from the previous year’s staggering £113.2 million loss, it underscores the club’s struggle to regain its footing both on and off the pitch.
The Premier League giant has implemented robust cost-cutting measures in response to years of underperformance, aiming to stabilize its financial situation. Despite these efforts, the club forecasts a revenue dip for the upcoming fiscal year, predicting earnings between £640 million and £660 million, down from £666.5 million reported last year.
This financial outlook comes as the Premier League continues to tighten spending regulations under its Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), designed to create a fairer competitive environment and limit excessive expenditures by wealthy owners. Since fiscal 2023, Manchester United has accumulated losses totaling around £175 million, raising concerns among fans and stakeholders alike.
The PSR currently imposes a cap of £105 million on losses over a three-year period, although investments in infrastructure, youth academies, charitable initiatives, and women’s soccer can be deducted from this total. In a statement, the club emphasized its commitment to adhering to both the Premier League’s regulations and UEFA’s Financial Fair Play guidelines.