THE ARSENAL FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
66Fair
1.3vs last year
#2724 in UK
#10 in Sports
#1098 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00109244
Employee Count
699
Turnover
£573,973,000
EBITDA
£125,470,000

Additional Details

Industries
Sports
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
31 days
Shortest Period:45 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
48%
31-60 Days
47%
After 60 Days
5%
Not Paid Within Terms23%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-12-20
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Dec 2024 - 31 May 202530 Jun 20253343%50%7%18%
01 Jun 2024 - 30 Nov 202420 Dec 20243148%47%5%23%
01 Dec 2023 - 31 May 202428 Jun 20244050%39%11%13%
01 Jun 2023 - 30 Nov 202329 Dec 20233047%47%6%21%
01 Dec 2021 - 31 May 202219 Jun 20224452%35%13%12%
01 Jun 2021 - 30 Nov 202123 Dec 20214147%44%9%15%
01 Dec 2020 - 31 May 202124 Jun 20214050%36%14%13%
01 Jun 2020 - 30 Nov 202022 Dec 20203450%41%9%16%
01 Dec 2018 - 31 May 201921 Jun 20193445%48%7%19%
01 Jun 2017 - 30 Nov 201721 Dec 20173537%58%5%21%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The Company’s standard payment terms are that invoices are paid at the end of the month following the month in whcih the invoices is dated. Significant contracts including those for player transfers and related transactions are subject to specific payment terms set out in and agreed in the applicable contract.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Any dispute about invoice payment that cannot be resolved with the company’s Accounts Payable team can be escalated initially to the Group Financial Controller and thereafter if still unresolved to the Group CFO. Any dispute that cannot be resolved with the Finance team may be referred to the Groups General Council.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

The Arsenal Football Club Limited is a professional football club based in London, England. Founded in 1886, it is one of the most successful football clubs in England and has a long history of success in domestic and international competitions.

The club is owned by Arsenal Holdings PLC and is currently managed by Mikel Arteta. The Emirates Stadium, with a capacity of over 60,000, serves as the home ground for the club.

In addition to its football activities, Arsenal Football Club has a strong commitment to sustainability. The club has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including using renewable energy sources, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable transportation options for fans.

The club also offers a range of products and services for its fans, including match tickets, official merchandise, and tours of the Emirates Stadium. It also has a successful youth academy, which has produced many talented players who have gone on to play for the club and other top teams in Europe.

The key people involved in the club include the owner Stan Kroenke, chairman Sir Chips Keswick, and managing director Vinai Venkatesham. The club's official website is www.arsenal.com, where fans can find information about upcoming matches, team news, and purchase merchandise. The registered office address for the club is Emirates Stadium, Hornsey Road, London N7 7AJ, United Kingdom.

In summary, the Arsenal Football Club Limited is a well-established and successful football club with a strong commitment to sustainability. It offers a range of products and services for its fans and is led by a dedicated team of key individuals.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£32,085,000
Net Worth
-£63,053,000
Total Current Assets
£826,309,000
Total Current Liabilities
£573,024,000