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Arsenal pocket £3.34m from UEFA for player releases

By on April 25, 2025

Arsenal have received a £3.34 million payment from UEFA as part of its Club Benefits Programme.

The initiative rewards clubs whose players took part in UEFA-organised international fixtures between 2020 and 2024.

The amount places Arsenal among the highest earners in both England and Europe.

Only Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Barcelona received more. The Gunners earned more than Liverpool and Manchester United from the distribution.

In total, UEFA has paid £200 million to 901 clubs across its 55 member associations.

These payments cover player involvement in competitions such as the UEFA Nations League (2020/21 and 2022/23), European Qualifiers (2022–24), and UEFA EURO 2024.

The scheme aims to support clubs for releasing players for international duty. It acknowledges the impact clubs have on the success of national teams.

Arsenal Among Top Earners in Club Benefits Scheme

Payments are calculated based on the number of players released and how long they stayed with their national teams. Fixed daily rates are applied per player during final tournaments like Euro 2024.

Arsenal’s payout reflects the club’s consistent presence in major UEFA competitions over the past four years. The likes of Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and others have been regulars on the international stage.

Manchester City were the only English club to receive more than Arsenal. This highlights the Gunners’ growing influence on the international scene.

This extra income will be a welcome addition to Arsenal’s finances as they look ahead to the summer.

The transfer window opens for Premier League clubs on June 1. It will temporarily shut on June 10 before reopening later in the month.

Sporting director Andrea Berta will be tasked with strengthening the squad further. With UEFA’s payout in the bank, the club may have added room to work in the market as they look to strengthen in midfield and attack.

Arsenal continue to benefit not only from their performances in domestic and European club football, but also from their players’ growing roles on the international stage.