Barcelona To Sign Record-Breaking Qatar Airways Shirt Sponsorship Deal
Jun 9, 2015, by Pat
Barcelona is set to renew the Qatar Airways shirt sponsorship deal for four more years until 2020. According to Mundo Deportivo, always well-informed in all things FC Barcelona, the new Qatar Airways sponsorship deal would be worth 60m euros / season, only behind Manchester United's Chevrolet sponsorship.
Ahead of resigning from their posts to clear the path for brought-forward elections, the Barcelona board members have been busy in the last days, announcing renewals with Luís Enrique, Dani Alves and Jordi Alba, as well as the transfer of Sevilla's Aleix Vidal.
Barcelona To Renew Qatar Airways Sponsorship
FC Barcelona and Qatar Airways reached an agreement over a renewal of the Barcelona kit sponsor deal.
As Mundo Deportivo reports, the new Barcelona Qatar Airways sponsorship deal was agreed, but not yet signed by the current board. The new Barcelona board will have to confirm or dismiss the sponsor deal within the next two months.
Qatar Airways became the Barcelona shirt sponsor with the start of the 2013-14 season, following two years with non-profit Qatar Foundation and several more with Unicef on the front of the Barcelona shirts. Under the current contract, Qatar Airways has paid 30, 32 and 33.5 million euros in the last three seasons, while the 2014-15 Champions League win ensured a bonus of five million.
Top Football Sponsorship Deals
| Club | Sponsor | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester United | Chevrolet | £47m |
| Barcelona (new) | Qatar Airways | £44m (€60m) |
| Chelsea | Yokohama Rubber | £40m |
| Arsenal | Emirates | £30m |
| Liverpool | Standard Chartered | £30m |
| Bayern Munich | Deutsche Telekom | £23.6m (€32m) |
| Barcelona (current) | Qatar Airways | £23.4m (€31.8m) |
| Real Madrid | Emirates | £22m (€30m) |
Outgoing Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu earlier this year suggested that Barcelona would be looking for a new shirt sponsor once the current Qatar Airways contract was up in 2016, but that does not appear to be the case anymore.
No More Errea: Adidas Sheffield United 26-27 Third Kit Released
Adidas and Sheffield United have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 Championship season. Returning to the German brand as kit supplier, the Blades complete their initial jersey set for the campaign with a striking high-visibility look.
The Adidas Sheffield United 26-27 third shirt features a vibrant neon yellow-green base paired with contrasting black raglan sleeves and collar trim. The chest showcases a simplified version of the club crest, displaying only the iconic crossed blades in black alongside black Adidas branding. Monochromatic black logos for main sponsor Midnite and sleeve sponsor Village Hotels complete the shirt's front.
The full strip is finished with black shorts and matching neon yellow socks, giving Sheffield United a standout alternative option for away fixtures throughout the season.
Udinese 26-27 Away Kit Released
Udinese Calcio and Macron have officially unveiled the club's new away kit for the 26-27 Serie A season. Presented during a special event in Grado, the new change shirt draws inspiration from the identity and landscapes of the Friuli region.
The Udinese 26-27 away jersey features a navy blue base with a sublimated geometric pattern across the front and back, referencing the regional scenery from the Friulian mountains to the Adriatic coast. Yellow and silver trim highlights the V-neck collar, side piping, and sleeve cuffs, giving a nod to iconic 1990s away shirts while maintaining a sleek, modern aesthetic.
Completing the design, the Friulian patriarchal eagle is printed on the upper back as a symbol of regional pride. Crafted from Macron's 100% recycled Eco Everton fabric, the kit is now available through official club and brand channels.
FC Barcelona 26-27 Third Track Jacket Leaked
Official images of FC Barcelona's upcoming 26-27 third collection Nike Repel i96 track jacket have been leaked, courtesy of Barcelona kit insider @memorabilia1899. The jacket is part of Nike's retro-inspired third collection of its top-tier clubs for the 26-27 campaign.
The FC Barcelona 26-27 i96 jacket comes in a predominantly black colorway accented by a light mint green chest band and matching horizontal stripes on the sleeve. A red Nike Swoosh with a yellow outline sits on the right chest opposite the traditional Barcelona crest, while a yellow Spotify logo is placed on the upper left arm.
Alcione Milano 26-27 Away Kit Released
The new Alcione Milano 26-27 away kit has been officially released, showcasing a unique design inspired by one of Milan's most famous landmarks. Made by Adidas, the new shirt will be worn by the Italian Serie C side during the 26-27 campaign.
The Adidas Alcione MilanoAlcione Milano 26-27 away jersey features a beige base paired with contrasting black sleeves, collar trim, and side panels. The standout element of the shirt is a prominent front graphic depicting the glass dome of the iconic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan.
Completing the design, the chest features a monochromatic black Adidas logo and Alcione Milano crest, alongside main sponsor Banca del Fucino. The reverse side includes the Milan city coat of arms above the player numbering and back sponsor Saratoga.
Wisła Kraków 26-27 Home Kit Released
Polish club Wisła Kraków and Kappa have officially unveiled the new home kit for the 26-27 season. Following the earlier releases of their special 120th anniversary jersey and away strip, the new home kit brings a classic look for the team's upcoming campaign.
The Kappa Wisła Kraków 26-27 home shirt comes in the club's iconic red base, complemented by clean white detailing on the crew-neck collar and logos. A standout feature is a subtle diagonal sash across the chest, incorporating repeating 1906 text and star elements to commemorate the year the club was founded. Wisła's famous White Star crest is positioned on the left chest with a gold star above it.
White shorts and red socks complete the full Wisła Kraków 26-27 home strip, which is now available via the official club store.
Granada CF 26-27 Away Kit Released
Granada CF and Adidas have officially unveiled the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season. The fresh design takes inspiration from the marine life and seabed of Granada's Costa Tropical, offering a unique aquatic motif for the Spanish side.
The shirt features a dark navy blue base overlaid with a striking green and teal graphic pattern on the front panel. Bright orange details complement the design, appearing on the v-neck collar, Adidas Three Stripes, brand logo, main sponsor print, and a re-colored monochromatic club crest.
Navy blue shorts and socks with orange accents complete the set. The new Adidas Granada 26-27 away jersey is available immediately via the club's official online store and physical retail locations.