Sports & eSports

Sports professionals and eSports players can enjoy exceptionally successful careers but still be retired in their twenties or thirties. With intense training and competition schedules, our sports clients rely on us to manage their financial affairs and put robust plans in place for the future.

HONING THE BEST GAME PLAN

With our roots in the sports and entertainment industries, we support a talented portfolio of UK and international sports and eSports players throughout their careers, from Premier and top European League footballers and managers to European Tour golfers, elite athletes and pro gamers. We also act for a number of industry related businesses, sports management agencies and leisure centres, as well as advising club owners and private investors across a host of sports, including cricket and boxing.

Our sports clients travel the world, whether it’s to further their businesses or train and compete. Many need specialist advice on international tax, FEU, withholding taxes, and social security, along with all-round financial and business management support to ensure all strategic aspects, and relevant personal and corporate tax compliance are covered. We also have substantial expertise on image rights valuations, royalties and tax advice for new contract signings, sponsorship deals and paid television appearances, as well as advising UK and overseas players on international/UK club transfers, alongside transactional support for corporate clients.

 

 

 

  • 6 April 2027

    Image rights will be treated as taxable employment income by HMRC from this date and subject to income tax, and employer and employee National Insurance contributions.

    Source: The Autumn Budget 2025
  • 25m

    Estimated number of people who attended sporting events in the UK between April 2025 and October 2025

    Source: Two Circles (2025)
  • £16.2bn

    The market size of the UK sports clubs industry in 2025

    Source: IBISWorld (2025)

PROTECTING YOUR LONG-TERM WEALTH

Earnings for sports professionals at the peak of their careers can be substantial which, for many, happens while they are still relatively young and financially inexperienced. From the impact of competition schedules, illness and injury to world events, incomes can fluctuate considerably over time. We are always thinking ahead to protect our clients’ financial interests, anticipating and asking questions to flag potential issues and solve problems. Whether it’s tax advice on wealth, investments and estate planning or detailed cash flow and income forecasting, we ensure that their wealth is maximised throughout their professional careers and the years beyond.

Not all sports professionals retire completely. Many go on to enjoy successful careers in other related industries, such as sports management, coaching, television presenting, film, digital, premium hospitality and luxury retail. Part of our focus is to guide these clients through all the potential business opportunities they have as their careers evolve. Being specialists in a number of relevant creative sectors, puts us in a unique position to advise on the breadth of opportunities that arise.

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