The official UEFA financial distribution model guarantees a fixed fee of €4.29 million for any team eliminated at the final play-off stage. However, further reports suggest Lyon’s total compensation package could actually reach a figure of approximately €4.6 million.
This final sum remains a mere fraction of the incredible riches available in the main competition. Clubs that successfully qualify for the Champions League phase instantly receive a massive financial upgrade.
Participating teams earn a guaranteed participation bonus of €18.62 million, before factoring in performance-related bonuses and commercial revenues.