Are football clubs limited in their business strategy choice? Large organizations in the English Premier League

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

International player-turned television pundit Jimmy Greaves once famously quipped that football is a “funny old game”. The often unpredictable nature of on-field events ensures that the legendary striker’s comments are still frequently recalled today. Football, or soccer, is no laughing matter though. On the contrary, the sport has grown to become a megabucks industry. This is especially the case for those clubs operating within the major leagues around the world. England’s Premier League (EPL) is one example. It has become the world’s most valuable league and commands global interest. Level of turnover indicates that almost half the clubs within the EPL are akin to large organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2016), "Are football clubs limited in their business strategy choice? Large organizations in the English Premier League", Strategic Direction, Vol. 32 No. 7, pp. 4-7. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-04-2016-0056