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LaLiga’s Tebas: Spanish Clubs Outperforming Premier League Spending

3/19/2026

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Javier Tebas, president of LaLiga, says Spanish clubs spend more effectively than Premier League clubs.
He cites LaLiga's record revenue and homegrown players, noting €5.464 billion for the 2024-25 season.
The claim follows Champions League results, including Real Madrid's elimination of Manchester City and Barcelona's match against Newcastle.
Tebas warns that unchecked Premier League spending could trigger a debt bubble and financial instability for clubs reliant on European competition.

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Javier Tebas, president of LaLiga, says Spanish clubs spend more effectively than Premier League clubs.
He cites LaLiga's record revenue and homegrown players, noting €5.464 billion for the 2024-25 season.
The claim follows Champions League results, including Real Madrid's elimination of Manchester City and Barcelona's match against Newcastle.
Tebas warns that unchecked Premier League spending could trigger a debt bubble and financial instability for clubs reliant on European competition.