Müller and Hummels back Portuguese first-division club Estrela Amadora

What's the deal? German footballers Thomas MüllerDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → and Mats HummelsDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → have made an angel investment in CF Estrela da Amadora, a club in Portugal's top division. The round was announced in October 2026.

Who runs it? The club is led by Johannes Mösmang, a former Bayern Munich executive. His background in top-tier football management is a central asset for the club's growth plans.

Why now? Both players are near or past the end of their playing careers. The investment offers a route to stay close to the sport while diversifying beyond the pitch.

The signal: Football clubs have become a magnet for wealthy investors, from Lionel Messi and Jeff Bezos to Ryan Reynolds. Müller and Hummels betting on a lesser-known Portuguese side shows that appetite is now reaching beyond marquee clubs.

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