German professional football risks falling further behind in international competition. According to DFL Managing Director Dr. Marc Lenz, speaking in the ARD documentary ‘Inside Fußball – Wer kauft das Spiel?’ (Inside Football – Who Buys the Game?), there is a massive investment gap. Over the past ten years, the Bundesliga has missed out on approximately 15 billion Euros in capital.
English Translation and Paraphrased Text:
German professional football is in danger of becoming less competitive on the global stage. Dr. Marc Lenz, CEO of the German Football League (DFL), revealed in an ARD documentary titled ‘Inside Fußball – Wer kauft das Spiel?’ that the Bundesliga has experienced a substantial financial deficit. He estimates that approximately 15 billion Euros in investment capital has been lost to the league over the last decade.
SEO Title: DFL: Bundesliga Faces Billions in Investment Gap
SEO Description: The German Football League (DFL) estimates a significant investment gap of approximately 15 billion Euros in the Bundesliga over the past decade, potentially leading to a decline in international competitiveness.
