Everton owners open to full sale less than two years after takeover

Everton's ownership is up for grabs once more, less than two years after being taken over by The Friedkin Group. The American investment firm, which completed its takeover in December 2024, is now considering selling its controlling stake. Initial talks focused on selling a minority stake, but the owners are now also exploring the option of relinquishing full control.

The Friedkin Group has been working to attract fresh investment, with discussions initially centered around selling a minority stake to strategic investors. However, they are now also open to selling the entire club. The group's owners are reportedly comfortable retaining control and continuing to finance the club until a suitable investor emerges.

This development comes less than two years after The Friedkin Group purchased Farhad Moshiri's 94 percent stake through their investment vehicle, Roundhouse Capital. This takeover ended a period of financial uncertainty following several failed attempts to secure new ownership. Prior to this, negotiations involving 777 Partners, MSP Sports Capital, and the KAM Group had all fallen through.

Since taking over, The Friedkin Group has focused on stabilising Everton's finances, restructuring debt, and securing more favorable borrowing arrangements. The club's new Hill Dickinson Stadium has become a key part of Everton's commercial plans. The group believes the club has become a more attractive investment since they assumed control.

Despite the ongoing discussions, there are no indications that the owners are actively seeking an immediate exit. Any potential sale would depend on finding an investor who can support the club's financial stability and ambitions for sustained success in the Premier League.