NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a champion with the Oklahoma City Thunder, has recently become a part of the ownership group of Atletico Madrid, a prominent Spanish football club. This move signifies Gilgeous-Alexander’s entry into the world of soccer, following in the footsteps of other North American sports icons like LeBron James and Tom Brady.
Expressing his excitement about the new venture, Gilgeous-Alexander stated, “I am honored to be involved in the future of a club that has a strong legacy in European football.” Atletico Madrid emphasized that their collaboration with the basketball player is based on common values of ambition, excellence, and the principle that success should be earned through hard work.
Notably, LeBron James, who acquired a share in the Fenway Sports Group in 2021, which owns the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool FC, is among the athletes expanding their ownership interests into various sports. Additionally, NFL legend Tom Brady holds a minority stake in the English Championship team Birmingham City.
While the exact extent of Gilgeous-Alexander’s ownership in Atletico Madrid remains undisclosed, the club clarified that his investment reflects a keen interest in the club’s future vision and global expansion plans. Atletico Madrid, currently holding the second position in the standings, is set to play against La Liga rival Alaves this Saturday.
