Atlético de Madrid have announced that NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the club’s ownership group, marking another major step in the Spanish side’s international expansion.
The reigning back-to-back NBA MVP and 2025 NBA champion joins the club in a partnership built around shared values of ambition, excellence and a commitment to earning success. His connection with Atlético had already been on display before the official announcement, having previously been spotted wearing the club’s iconic red-and-white colours.
Gilgeous-Alexander, the face of the Oklahoma City Thunder, is one of the biggest names in global basketball. Following a historic 2025 campaign in which he won the NBA championship and Finals MVP, the Canadian star continues to establish himself among the defining athletes of his generation.
His arrival adds further global star power to Atlético de Madrid’s ownership structure, strengthening the club’s links with the North American sports market and reinforcing its ambition to expand its international footprint.
The move also reflects a connection that goes beyond business, with Gilgeous-Alexander highlighting his excitement about becoming part of Atlético’s future.
Another global superstar joins Atlético de Madrid — this time, from the world of basketball.
