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2 February 2024 - 1:32 PM

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IMAGO | Atalanta continue to post positive EBITDA results while AS Roma have reported negative figures for the fifth consecutive season

Financial turnaround in Serie A: Italy's top 8 clubs show progress, yet still struggle for profitability

  • Star-studded Italian clubs dominated the European stage during the 90s and 00s. However, recent decades have been marred by poor finances, scandals, and other negative developments.
  • Following an impressive season for Italian clubs in major European tournaments, most concluded the 2022/23 season with significant losses despite notable improvements.
  • Why it matters: The financial difficulties facing Italian clubs could have a profound impact on the overall quality of the league, which would lead to further consequences in the long term.
  • The perspective: The current state of Italian football necessitates radical changes to regain its former status of European supremacy

For decades, Italy's Serie A has been the epitome of European football, attracting the finest players from around the globe. However, over the past decade, the Serie A has witnessed the Premier League and other major European leagues undergoing massive growth.

To remain competitive in this challenging environment, Italian clubs have taken significant risks, leading to recent instances of historic Italian clubs struggling with financial difficulties and scandals.

The advent

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