F.C. Internazionale Milano has announced its best-ever financial results, closing the 2024/25 fiscal year with record revenues of €567 million and a net profit of €35.4 million — the first time the club has posted a profit in 15 years.
The figures, approved by Inter’s Board of Directors and set to be ratified at the mid-October AGM, represent a dramatic turnaround of €70 million compared to the previous season, when the club recorded a loss of €35.7 million.
A Record-Breaking Year
Several factors contributed to Inter’s revenue surge:
- Domestic and European competitions: Deep runs in Serie A and UEFA competitions boosted prize money and broadcast income.
- FIFA Club World Cup: Participation in the inaugural edition of the expanded tournament added significant revenue.
- Commercial growth: Organic increases from sponsorships and matchday income lifted the topline further.
At €567 million, Inter’s revenues are now the highest ever for a Serie A club net of player trading, setting a new benchmark in Italian football.
Production costs rose only 3.8% (€18m) to €482 million, highlighting improved cost control and financial discipline relative to income growth.
Strengthened Financial Position
Inter also took major steps toward long-term stability:
- Repayment of bonds: The club repaid senior secured bonds held by Inter Media and Communication S.p.A.
- New long-term financing: Secured a €350 million loan with an investment grade credit rating, at a lower cost of capital compared to the previous bond.
- Focus on stability: These moves demonstrate ownership’s commitment, under Oaktree Capital Management, to ensuring Inter’s financial structure supports both competitiveness and sustainability.
Future Outlook
Looking ahead, Inter’s strategy balances sporting ambition with fiscal responsibility:
- Squad building: Coach Cristian Chivu strengthened the squad with young talent during the summer transfer window, supporting long-term competitiveness while adhering to sustainability goals.
- Infrastructure investment: Around €100 million is earmarked for upgrades to the club’s training facilities, reinforcing its focus on future development.
- Commercial expansion:
- A ten-year merchandising and licensing partnership with Fanatics, designed to globalize Inter’s retail and digital operations.
- A new Global Automotive Partner in BYD Group, the world leader in electric vehicle technology, reflecting Inter’s alignment with sustainability and innovation.
What Inter’s Results Signal?
- Proof of Financial Discipline in Football
Inter’s turnaround demonstrates that with a disciplined cost base and diversified revenue streams, even historically loss-making clubs can shift to profitability. - The Club World Cup Effect
Expanded international competitions are already reshaping balance sheets. Participation will increasingly separate financially stable clubs from those that miss out. - Commercial Partnerships as Growth Drivers
The Fanatics deal ensures Inter taps into modern merchandising strategies, while BYD represents the rise of sustainability-focused sponsors in football. Other clubs should view these categories as key growth opportunities. - Sustainability and Infrastructure
By investing €100m into training facilities, Inter signals that infrastructure and youth development are core to long-term competitiveness — a model mid-tier clubs should adopt to secure future valuations.
Final Word
For the first time in 15 years, Inter Milan has not only won on the pitch but also in the balance sheet. With record revenues, a historic profit, and a stronger financial foundation, the club is entering a new phase defined by sustainability, global growth, and renewed competitiveness.
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