What Liverpool, Man United, others could make in the 2024/25 Premier League

What Liverpool, Man United, others could make in the 2024/25 Premier League As the 2024/25 Premier League season nears its close, Liverpool are on the verge of securing their 20th title, while the battle for Champions League spots intensifies among five teams vying for three places. Beyond the prestige of winning the title, securing European qualification, or avoiding relegation, every Premier League club earns significant prize money, fueled by the league’s status as the world’s most-watched football competition and its massive broadcast revenue. Last season, Manchester City topped the earnings with £175.9 million, including £56.4 million in merit-based prize money and £86.9 million from domestic and international broadcast rights. As potential champions, Liverpool could expect a similar figure this season. Manchester United, despite finishing eighth last term, earned £156.2 million, but a projected bottom-half finish in 2024/25 will likely reduce their earnings. Teams finishing between 11th and 14th last season earned between £130 million and £136.8 million, while bottom-placed Sheffield United still pocketed £109.7 million. For 2024/25, club earnings will stem from merit payments based on final league position, facility fees for televised matches, and an equal share of domestic and international broadcast revenue. Below is a detailed breakdown of how these earnings are structured and estimated figures for the current season based on prior trends.

Liverpool Liverpool are on track to win the 2024/25 Premier League title, holding a 14-point lead over Arsenal with a strong chance of securing the championship. A title win would bring significant financial rewards, including: Equal share: approximately £146 million Merit payment: around £62 million for finishing 1st Facility fees: estimated £20-24 million for televised matches Total estimated earnings: £228-232 million. Liverpool's Champions League qualification and strong performance under Arne Slot further enhance their financial outlook.

Manchester United Manchester United's struggles in the 2024/25 season have led to a record-breaking number of losses, with their 15th defeat on April 20, 2025. A mid-table finish is likely, impacting their earnings: Equal share: approximately £146 million Merit payment: around £31 million for a 10th-place finish Facility fees: estimated £15-20 million for 15-20 televised matches Total estimated earnings: £192-197 million. Despite their global appeal, missing out on Champions League qualification may affect their overall revenue.

Arsenal: Arsenal is set to finish 2nd in the Premier League, trailing Liverpool by 14 points with few games left. Despite missing out on the title, their high finish will bring substantial earnings: Equal share: approximately £146 million Merit payment: around £58.9 million for 2nd place Facility fees: estimated £20-24 million from 20-25 televised matches Total estimated earnings: £224-229 million. A respectable finish for the Gunners.

Manchester City Manchester City's title reign has ended, with the club 21 points behind leaders Liverpool and likely to finish 5th. Despite the on-field struggles, their financial outlook remains strong: Equal share: approximately £146 million Merit payment: around £49.6 million for a 5th-place finish Facility fees: estimated £20-24 million from 20-25 televised matches Total estimated earnings: £215-220 million. A respectable financial haul despite the lack of silverware this season.

CHELSEA Chelsea's promising start under Enzo Maresca has given way to a dismal season, with the club battling for a 5th-7th place finish. Assuming a best-case scenario of 5th place: Equal share: approximately £145 million Merit payment: £49.6 million for 5th place (dropping to £46.5 million for 6th or £43.4 million for 7th) Facility fees: estimated £19.8-24.2 million from 18-22 televised matches Total estimated earnings: £213.8-218.8 million. Chelsea's struggles on the pitch, including missed chances and defensive issues, have jeopardized their European prospects and revenue. A 5th-place finish would secure Europa League qualification, but anything below that could severely impact their finances.

Relegated Clubs (e.g., Southampton, Leicester City): Southampton and Leicester City have been relegated, with Ipswich Town likely to join them. Their financial outlook is significantly impacted: - Equal share: approximately £146 million - Merit payment: £3.1-9.3 million for finishing 18th-20th - Facility fees: estimated £12 million from at least 10 televised matches Total estimated earnings: £161-167 million. Relegated clubs will also receive parachute payments to cushion the financial blow.

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