Borussia Dortmund is poised to receive substantial financial rewards if Jude Bellingham wins the Champions League with Real Madrid and if they win the competition themselves. This report breaks down the details of these potential payouts and their significance for the German club.
According to reports, Borussia Dortmund will receive a transfer bonus of approximately €25 million from Real Madrid if Jude Bellingham wins the Champions League with the Spanish giants. This bonus is part of the transfer agreement between the two clubs when Bellingham moved to Real Madrid in 2023. The bonus is contingent upon Bellingham’s success in the Champions League, highlighting the significant impact he has had on his new team.
UEFA Champions League Prize Money:
In addition to the transfer bonus, Borussia Dortmund will also receive a significant amount of prize money from UEFA if they win the Champions League. The winners of the competition will receive a minimum of €20 million from UEFA, with the potential for additional revenue from gate receipts, sponsorships, and merchandise sales.
Breakdown of UEFA Champions League Prize Money:
The UEFA Champions League prize money is distributed as follows:
– Group stage participation: €15.64 million
– Group stage victory: €2.8 million (max. €8.4 million for three wins)
– Group stage draw: €930,000 (max. €2.79 million for three draws)
– Round of 16: €9.6 million
– Quarter-finals: €10.6 million
– Semi-finals: €12.5 million
– Final: €20 million (winners) or €6.5 million (runners-up)
Total potential prize money: €85.14 million (if a team has a perfect campaign from start to finish)
Borussia Dortmund stands to gain significantly from Jude Bellingham’s success with Real Madrid and their own potential success in the Champions League. The transfer bonus from Real Madrid and the UEFA Champions League prize money could provide a substantial financial boost for the German club, enabling them to invest in their squad, facilities, and youth development programs. As the Champions League reaches its climax, Dortmund fans will be eagerly following Bellingham’s progress and their own team’s fortunes, hoping for a lucrative and successful outcome.
