‎NBA superstar joins Atletico Madrid ownership group

‎NBA sensation Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the ownership group at Atletico Madrid, the Spanish club have confirmed.

‎The move marks a significant crossover between elite American sports and La Liga, as the Canadian guard looks to apply his winning mentality to the Spanish giants.

‎Atletico confirmed that the partnership is rooted in a shared philosophy of excellence, ambition, and the gritty determination that has come to define Diego Simeone’s era on the touchline.

‎Speaking about his new role within the organisation, Gilgeous-Alexander expressed his pride in joining one of the continent’s most respected institutions.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder has joined Atletico Madrid ownership group. (Photo by William Purnell/Getty Images)

‎”I’m excited to officially join Atlético de Madrid’s ownership group. This is a club with a long-standing presence at the top of European football, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of its future,” Gilgeous-Alexander stated in an official announcement released by Atletico Madrid.

‎Born in Toronto and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Gilgeous-Alexander rose through the ranks of Canadian basketball before a brief but impactful stint at the University of Kentucky.

‎Since then, he has transformed into the face of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

‎His credentials on the court are staggering, having been named a back-to-back NBA MVP and leading his team to the 2025 NBA championship, where he was also crowned the 2025 Finals MVP.

‎Gilgeous-Alexander alongside Michael Jordan are the only guard to reach 30 points and 50 percent shooting for four consecutive seasons.