QSI already has 87.5 % of PSG and 21.67 % of Braga. Information from Sky News and the team confirm that the negotiations between the Qatari group and Malaga are well advanced for a full repurchase.
Malaga has experienced financial difficulties in recent years and is currently in receivership. The club is co-led by the Spanish hotel and real estate group BlueBay (49 %) and the Qatari businessman Abdullah Al-Thani. A acquisition by QSI would not only stabilize the club's finances, but also to add a new European team to the QSI in full expansion sports empire. QSI's interest in Malaga is motivated by several key factors.
The city of Malaga will host matches from the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which includes renovation and modernization projects of the club stadium. In addition, as a sixth largest city in Spain, Malaga represents a significant opportunity for commercial expansion for QSI, both in terms of commercial and competitive terms.
PSG continues to invest
A spokesperson for QSI confirmed that the group was studying multiple investment opportunities in Europe and the United States. In addition to the potential acquisition of Malaga, reports suggest that QSI also plans a project in Belgium, in order to expand its portfolio in European football.
In addition, PSG remains a key element of QSI's long -term plans, despite the recent changes in its shareholder structure. The French club recently sold 12.5 % of its shares to the American Investment Fund Arctos, and discussions are underway with other potential investors. However, sources close to QSI insist that the group does not seek to separate from PSG, but rather to associate with strategic partners to strengthen the current vision of the club.
If Malaga, under the supervision of QSI, was to access the Liga and qualify for European competitions, regulatory difficulties could arise. UEFA regulations prohibit clubs with the same majority shareholder to participate in the same competition. PSG and Malaga should therefore comply if they participated simultaneously in the Champions League or the Europa League. However, if the acquisition is materialized, Malaga could experience a major transformation, with significant financial support and an ambitious vision aimed at restoring the past glory of the club.
