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Everton Owners The Friedkin Group Explore Sale of Controlling Interest
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Core Event: Friedkin Group Announces Potential Sale
TFG added that its focus on supporting the club will remain unchanged while the process is underway.
Background & Context
TFG completed a takeover of Everton in December 2024, acquiring 94.1 percent of the club from former owner Farhad Moshiri in a deal reported to be worth more than £400 million. The acquisition ended a period of financial uncertainty for the Merseyside side and coincided with the move from Goodison Park to the newly built Hill Dickinson Stadium. The owners framed the stadium completion as a cornerstone of their investment strategy.
Timeline
- December 2024 – TFG finalises purchase of a 94.1 percent stake in Everton.
- October 9 2026 – Everton’s official Twitter account shares the club’s statement about exploring a sale of a controlling interest (occurred date per ledger).
Data & Statistics
- Purchase price of the takeover: > £400 million.
- Stake acquired: 94.1 percent of Everton.
- Player-sale revenue on the most recent transfer deadline: more than £100 million.
- New home ground: Hill Dickinson Stadium, opened in 2025.
Official Statements & Responses
The club’s statement, released alongside the announcement, emphasized that TFG’s “immediate priority” after the takeover was to provide stability, investment and support to secure Everton’s future, including delivering the long-promised stadium. With that foundation “now safely in place,” the owners said the timing is right to consider the next chapter.
Verbatim Quotes
- “My real contact is Angus [Kinnear, Everton CEO]. Angus is the one who I would go to see,” — David Moyes, everton manager
Why It Matters
The prospect of a change in ownership could reshape Everton’s strategic direction, financial planning and on-field competitiveness. A new controlling shareholder may bring additional capital or a different managerial philosophy, potentially affecting player recruitment, commercial partnerships and the club’s community initiatives. Conversely, the uncertainty surrounding a sale may influence fan sentiment, sponsor confidence and the stability of ongoing projects linked to the new stadium.
What’s Next
TFG has indicated that it will not comment further while the sale process is underway. No specific timeline for a transaction or a formal bidding deadline has been disclosed.