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Roberts and Kravis-backed group to take 42% of Valencia CF at €1.25bn valuation

Pitchwise Holdings will buy shares from Peter Lim's Meriton and inject €100m of fresh capital into the La Liga club

M&A News deals deskMedia / Sports clubs · Spain, Europe23 Oct 2026

Valencia CF said on 23 October 2026 that Pitchwise Holdings, a consortium backed by KKR co-founders George Roberts and Henry Kravis, will acquire a stake rising to 42% in the club from majority owner Meriton Holdings, valuing Valencia at an enterprise value of €1.25bn.

Why Pitchwise Holdings is buying Valencia CF (42% stake)

Pitchwise will contribute €100m of new capital, available immediately for direct investment in the club. The consortium of private family offices and long-term institutional investors is led by sports executives Ann Rodriguez and Corey Woolfolk, who join Kiat Lim in a new ownership group.

Deal terms and financing

Pitchwise will buy existing shares from Meriton to take a significant minority stake that rises to 42% over time. The €1.25bn valuation covers the club's teams and stadium assets. The price paid for the stake was not disclosed. Meriton remains the majority shareholder and Kiat Lim remains president.

Regulatory approvals and timing

The investment is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.

Market context

Singapore businessman Peter Lim's Meriton has controlled Valencia since 2014. Penner Sports Group, owner of the NFL's Denver Broncos, is also among the consortium's backers.

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