In what would be the most extravagant bonus in football history, Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke is reportedly ready to gift every member of his first-team squad a brand new Rolls-Royce Phantom if the Gunners defeat Paris Saint-Germain in Saturday’s Champions League final .
According to widespread reports emerging from London on the eve of the Budapest final, the American billionaire has promised the ultra-luxury vehicles—each worth between $530,000 and $580,000—as a reward for delivering Arsenal’s first-ever European Cup .
For a full 23-man squad, the outlay would exceed $13 million, a staggering sum that underscores how close Kroenke is to ending the club’s decades-long wait for continental glory .
A Night of Firsts on the Line
The stakes could hardly be higher for the north London giants. Arsenal has never lifted the Champions League trophy, coming agonizingly close only once—a 2-1 loss to Barcelona in the 2006 final .
Now, after securing the club’s first Premier League title in 22 years just two weeks ago, Mikel Arteta’s side stands 90 minutes away from a historic double .
Some reports go further, suggesting the largesse will not stop at four wheels. French sources indicate that players might also receive custom Richard Mille RM 41-01 Tourbillon “Soccer” watches—a timepiece designed specifically for footballers valued at approximately $950,000 each .
Kroenke’s Championship Blueprint
The incentive structure mirrors Kroenke’s approach across his American sports empire. The owner of Kroenke Sports & Entertainment has watched his Los Angeles Rams, Denver Nuggets, and Colorado Avalanche all win championships in recent years, with Arsenal’s Premier League title adding to that haul in 2026 .
“He knows what it takes to motivate athletes at the highest level,” a source close to the ownership group told reporters. “This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for this club, and the message is clear: go finish the job.”
The Final Hurdle
Standing in Arsenal’s way is a formidable PSG side that has won the competition before and boasts a glittering attack led by Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé .
Kickoff at the Puskás Aréna is set for 5:00 PM UK time . The French champions are chasing their own piece of history—a successful title defense—while the Gunners seek to cap a perfect European campaign, having gone unbeaten through the tournament so far .
When asked about the reported bonuses, Arteta deflected attention back to the pitch earlier this week. However, former Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard acknowledged the weight of the occasion: “Now we have the chance to do something that they [the Invincibles] haven’t done. It’s something nice to play for” .
If the lure of silverware wasn’t enough, the promise of a fleet of Phantoms idling in the Emirates car park may just be the ultimate final piece of motivation.
