Jon Rahm faces uncertain future as LIV Golf ownership considers restructuring
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Jon Rahm is nearing a potential exit from LIV Golf as the circuit negotiates a ownership transition with potential investor BC Partners. The two-time major champion remains under contract for approximately $150 million, a figure that presents financial challenges for the league during its restructuring process. While LIV Golf management has acknowledged the possibility of his departure, the player has not officially confirmed his plans. A return to the PGA Tour appears difficult, as CEO Brian Rolapp stated the circuit has no active plans to implement a Returning Members Program. If Rahm leaves LIV, he would need to qualify through the DP World Tour to regain access to the PGA Tour. His transition would represent a significant shift in professional golf, highlighting the instability of player contracts as league business models evolve.
- •Jon Rahm is reportedly owed $150 million under his current LIV Golf contract.
- •LIV Golf is currently negotiating a potential deal with new lead investor BC Partners.
- •PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp confirmed no current plans exist for a Returning Members Program.
- •Rahm must compete on the DP World Tour to potentially qualify for future PGA Tour events.
- •LIV Golf management has acknowledged that the Legion XIII captain may leave the tour.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Jon Rahm Could Walk Away From $150 Million LIV Deal
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Jon Rahm’s LIV Golf Future Faces Uncertain Cliff
"Jon Rahm's return to the PGA Tour looks unlikely as LIV Golf restructures, leaving the Spaniard with $150 million owed and no clear path home.
"Jon Rahm faces a massive decision as LIV Golf loses funding. Reports say the two-time major champ might leave despite a huge contract.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 12:00 PMJon Rahm Could Walk Away From $150 Million LIV Deal
Jon Rahm faces a massive decision as LIV Golf loses funding. Reports say the two-time major champ might leave despite a huge contract.
- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 12:30 PMJon Rahm’s LIV Golf Future Faces Uncertain Cliff
Jon Rahm's return to the PGA Tour looks unlikely as LIV Golf restructures, leaving the Spaniard with $150 million owed and no clear path home.
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