Sport desk
professional services for the global sports industry
ETL GLOBAL Sport Desk is part of ETL Group and headquartered in Essen, Germany. The ETL GLOBAL Sport Desk offers advisory services in any matters connected to professional sports.
A broad service portfolio including tax, legal and financial consulting allows for comprehensive support to our clients’ economic success, e.g. considering cross border sports activities, advertisement contracts, transfers, capital investments and the purchase or rent of real estate.
As an integral part of the ETL GLOBAL network of professional service firms, ETL GLOBAL Sport Desk is covering more than 50 countries worldwide.
We face your challenges
Increasing importance of compliance
Legal regulations vary from country to country
Top athletes change between global top leagues
Avoidance of multiple taxation
Increasing importance of international sports competitions
High earnings of top athletes drive their international investment activities
Differences with respect to right of publicity matters
Facing the increasing internationalisation of sports
Tax regulations with respect to VIP boxes
Cross border contracts
Our SERVICES
Acquisition and rent/lease of real estate
When dealing with the acquisition and leasing of real estate, the intricacies of tax regulations can be overwhelming. ETL GLOBAL is here to provide comprehensive tax advisory services tailored to these transactions. Our seasoned experts guide you through the complexities, ensuring your real estate endeavors are tax-efficient and compliant with regulations.
Business seats & VIP boxes
Estate planning
Income relating to international sports events
International sponsorship contracts
Handling tax considerations within international sponsorship contracts requires expertise. ETL GLOBAL’s professionals specialize in crafting tax-efficient strategies for global sponsorships. By integrating your endorsements with smart tax planning, we ensure you reap the full benefits of sponsorships.
Local country and overseas applications
In the realm of sports, operating across borders require managing tax implications effectively. ETL GLOBAL provides seamless tax advisory services covering local and overseas applications. This ensures your operations remain compliant and efficient, regardless of geographical borders. With our guidance, you can confidently explore international opportunities.
National team applications
Player transfers
Assessment of withholding taxes resulting from sponsorships
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CENTRAL CONTACT
Johannes Struckmeier
Johannes Struckmeier is an accomplished leader in the sports industry, serving as the central contact and head of the Global Sportdesk at ETL GLOBAL. Formerly at the helm of Deloitte Sports Business Group in Germany (2013-2016), Johannes managed pivotal projects focusing on financial and strategic aspects for sports clubs and associations. Since joining ETL GLOBAL in 2017, he leads the Global Sportdesk, dedicated to offering expert tax and business support in the professional sports realm worldwide.
Johannes brings a global perspective to the table, effectively tackling intricate challenges within the sports sector. Notably, he serves on the supervisory board of the German football club FC Schalke 04 since 2021. With his extensive background and active role in the sports community, Johannes Struckmeier is committed to driving success and innovation across the industry.
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