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Why finishing second could actually be more profitable for Arsenal than winning the league

On the pitch, Arsenal are enjoying one of the best periods in their history. They’re the reigning Premier League champions, they have one of the…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 7:30 AM
Why finishing second could actually be more profitable for Arsenal than winning the league
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenal's bonus structure makes finishing second potentially more profitable in the short term than winning the league.
  • Staff were recently informed that 60 jobs are at risk of redundancy under chief executive Richard Garlick.
  • Football finance expert Kieran Maguire noted the average first-team player earned £7.7 million during the 2024/25 season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal's heavily incentivized player bonus structure means finishing second in the Premier League can be more profitable in the short term than winning the title. According to reporting from Sam Dean of The Telegraph cited by James Lloyd, large player payouts triggered by winning the championship significantly offset additional prize money and commercial boosts.

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