Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander joins Atlético Madrid ownership group
The Oklahoma City Thunder star invested in Atlético Madrid on 09.10.2026; the club did not reveal the size of his stake.
On 09.10.2026 Atlético Madrid confirmed that NBA star Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander has joined the club's shareholder group after making a personal investment. The club did not disclose what percentage of shares he acquired.
Gilgeous‑Alexander: joining for the club's future
“I'm excited to officially join the Atletico Madrid ownership group. This is a club with a long tradition at the highest level of European football and I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of its future,” said Gilgeous‑Alexander.
The 28‑year‑old Canadian guard is one of the biggest names in world basketball and currently stars for the Oklahoma City Thunder. He was the driving force behind Oklahoma City's 2025 NBA championship run and was named the Finals' most valuable player.
Atlético gains another globally recognised sports figure inside its ownership structure, a move that club officials expect could expand the team’s international profile and open new commercial and promotional opportunities.
Neither the club nor Gilgeous‑Alexander disclosed financial details of the deal. Atlético characterized the addition as part of a broader pattern of bringing high‑profile partners into the group.
Photo: press material from the event
