Everton FC reveals annual financial figures showing record revenues and a return to pre-tax profit as well as £350m of new financing for the Hill Dickinson Stadium which has so far cost a total of £813m. Tony McDonough reports
Everton FC is reporting record annual revenues of £196.7m for the 12 months to June 30, 2025 – a 5.2% increase on the previous year.
There was also a return to profit in a year when the club was taken over by the US-based The Friedkin Group in December 2024. Pre-tax profits totalled £4.6m against a pre-tax loss of £44.1m in the previous year.
In its media release on Tuesday Everton highlighted a “statutory loss” of £8.6m (against a loss of £53.2m in the previous year. However, in line with most business publications, LBN reports pre-tax profit / loss as the headline figure.
Sponsorship, advertising and merchandising revenue rose by £2.7m to £24.3m and other commercial revenues was up £5.9m to £22.9m driven by strong supporter engagement, including Everton Way stones, commemorative Goodison Park items and growth in memberships.
Everton’s broadcast Revenue remained “stable” at £129.2m. While the club featured in fewer live domestic broadcasts, this was offset by improved merit payments and increased international TV revenue.
Gate receipts increased to £20.3m (+£1.2m), reflecting continued strong attendances for the final season of senior men’s football at Goodison Park across Premier League fixtures and domestic cup competitions.
It continued to invest in the development of Hill Dickinson Stadium, incurring capital costs of £114.3m during the period, bringing total project spend to £813m
Operating costs (excluding player trading and exceptional items) increased to £210.5m, reflecting a £11.5m rise in operating expenses, partially offset by reductions in staff costs and depreciation. During the year 528 people were employed by the club.
The club generated £31.3m in profit from player trading, while continuing to invest £52.4m into squad development. Overall improvement in profitability was helped by the club selling Goodison Park and its women’s team to ultimate parent Roundhouse Capital for a £49.2m profit.
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As part of, and following, the period end, Everton has continued to undergo a comprehensive financial reset aligned with the transition in ownership to Roundhouse Capital Holdings Limited, part of The Friedkin Group.
This has included the repayment of existing borrowings, the conversion of £450.7m of shareholder loans into equity, and the introduction of a new revolving credit facility to support working capital requirements.
In addition, the club secured a £350m long-term stadium financing package, repayable over 30 years. The impact of this refinancing with JP Morgan Chase is a significant reduction in debt levels and a strengthened balance sheet.
As a result of the move from Goodison Park to the Hill Dickinson Stadium at the start of the 2025/26 Premier League season, stadium operating costs have nearly doubled.
Angus Kinnear, Everton’s chief executive, said: “Over the course of the financial year, and particularly following the change in ownership, the club made significant progress in stabilising the financial position and creating a platform for long-term growth.
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“The delivery of Hill Dickinson Stadium has been central to that progress. It represents a transformational opportunity for the club, our supporters and the wider city, and will play a key role in driving future revenues.
“Growing our revenues is essential if we are to support our ambitions on the pitch and compete consistently at the highest level.”
“While these results show improvement, we know there is more work to do. With a strengthened financial foundation, committed ownership and a clear strategic direction, we are focused on continuing to grow sustainably and building a competitive future for Everton Football Club.”