Premier League giants Everton put up on the market as house owners set takeover situations
A Premier League club have been put up for sale by their owners – but they will only consider selling if they are satisfied the new owner is the right individual or organisation
The Friedkin Group have put Everton up for sale(Image: Getty)
A Premier League club have been put for sale by their owners – who took the reigns just two years ago. Everton have been placed on the market by their owners, The Friedkin Group, but will only consider selling if they are satisfied the new owner is the right individual or organisation to propel the team “to the next level”.
The Toffees’ owners were already seeking investment but are prepared to depart should the appropriate purchaser come forward. The Friedkin Group plan to continue backing the club, and are content to remain on Merseyside until a fitting replacement emerges.
The Everton backers also own Serie A outfit Roma and Ligue 1 side AS Cannes, and are currently establishing an NHL franchise in Houston through a deal worth approximately £2.65billion .
Everton are up for sale for the right buyer(Image: Tony McArdle/Everton FC via Getty Images)
JOIN US ON FB! Get all the best sports news and much more on our Facebook page
The Friedkin Group acquired Everton in December 2024 when they utilised Roundhouse Capital to purchase Farhad Moshiri’s 94% shareholding.
It concluded a turbulent period awaiting new ownership following financial troubles under Moshiri and the collapse of discussions with other prospective investors 777, MSP Sports Capital and the KAM Group.
“The Friedkin Group is exploring new investment options for Everton Football Club, including the potential sale of a controlling interest,” Everton said in a statement, reports the Mirror.
“When TFG became custodians of Everton, the Club faced significant financial uncertainty and challenges both on and off the pitch. The immediate priority was to provide the stability, investment and support needed to secure the club’s future, including helping to bring the long-promised stadium to completion for its deserving supporters.
“With that foundation now safely in place, the time is right to consider the next chapter for Everton. We will only entertain interest from parties who we strongly believe will be the right stewards to take the club forward and build on the momentum that has been established.
“Throughout this process, TFG’s focus will remain unchanged. We will support the club in all ways necessary to achieve success on the pitch and will continue efforts to make a positive difference in the communities the club serves. TFG and the club will not be commenting further while this work is underway.”
The organisation has already secured backing from former Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd and American billionaire Christopher Sarofim, who both purchased minority shares in Roundhouse last year. The original agreement to acquire Everton was reported to be valued at more than £400m.
Everton’s owners have faced mounting criticism from supporters following a lacklustre summer transfer window. Although they managed to secure Jack Grealish on loan for a second consecutive season , the club failed to sign a striker after Beto and Iliman Ndiaye departed for Fiorentina and Manchester City respectively.
