Inter Milan celebrate River Plate win and €13M annual savings

While Inter Milan dominate on the pitch, defeating River Plate 2-0, they also score a major win off the field by refinancing their bond and reducing financial burden

Inter Milan are celebrating more than just their 2-0 win over River Plate on the field. Off the pitch, the club has taken a major financial step forward by announcing the successful refinancing of its bond debt—an operation that will allow Inter Milan to save over €13 million (£11 million) annually in interest payments.

The bond, originally set to mature in 2027 with a value of €415 million (£353 million) and a 6.75% interest rate, was refinanced early. Just last year, €15 million (£12.75 million) had already been repaid. Now, the remaining €412 million (£350 million) (including interest and net of prior repayments) has been settled thanks to a new financing strategy.

A large portion of the funding came from a €350 million (£297.5 million) senior secured bond placed privately with experienced U.S.-based institutional investors, maturing in 2030 with a far more favorable 4.5% interest rate. 

The rest of the funds came from existing liquidity in Inter Milan’s coffers. This move reduces the club’s debt exposure by €65 million (£55 million)—a significant relief.

Adding to the positive news, both Inter Milan and its media subsidiary, Inter Media and Communication, received an "investment grade" credit rating—far superior to the "junk" rating associated with the previous 2022 bond.

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It’s worth noting that while the risk-free rate today stands at 2.4% (compared to 0% five years ago), Inter Milan still secured a lower interest rate, thanks to a vastly improved financial and organizational structure. The club, now backed by a well-capitalized Californian investment fund following the Zhang era, has regained investor trust.

This strategic refinancing is expected to result in Inter Milan’s first-ever net profit in the club’s modern history by the end of the 2024–2025 fiscal year, closing on June 30, 2025. 

From the 2025–2026 season, annual financial charges will drop from nearly €29 million (£24.65 million) to around €16 million (£13.6 million). 

These savings will offer CEO Beppe Marotta and his management team more flexibility for future investments, both on and off the field.

As Inter Milan prepare to face Fluminense in the round of 16 after topping Group E, the club is showing strength not only in footballing terms but also in financial governance—a model of sustainability in modern European football.

Source: Fcinter1908