Amazon founder Jeff Bezos part of consortium set to buy stake in Liverpool, reports say
A consortium that includes Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is close to agreeing a deal to acquire a stake in English Premier League club Liverpool, according to multiple media reports. The investor group also includes Eduardo Saverin, the Facebook co-founder, the reports said. The consortium is looking to acquire a stake of about one-third of the club. Sky News reported that the consortium is being led…
A consortium led by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, including Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, is reportedly close to acquiring a stake in English Premier League club Liverpool. The investment group is seeking a one-third stake in the club, which would value it at approximately £4.4 billion. Liverpool owner Fenway Sports Group has been exploring outside investment in recent years and could announce a deal this week.
The investment comes at a time of significant change for the club, as they face defensive issues and recent player departures.
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