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Everton Owner Seeks New Investors Amid Fan Unrest
3 Sep
Summary
- Everton's owner, The Friedkin Group, is seeking new investment.
- The club sold £100 million in player talent during the last window.
- Fan groups express displeasure over perceived lack of ambition.
The Friedkin Group (TFG), Everton's American owner based in Houston, Texas, is exploring options to bring in new investment for the Premier League club. Sources suggest TFG is initiating a sales process that could result in the sale of a minority stake, aiming to attract strategic investors to propel the club forward.
This development comes after a difficult summer transfer window, during which Everton sold approximately £100 million in player assets. The club's only deadline-day addition was Ainsley Maitland-Niles for €5 million from Lyon, following the collapse of a £45 million move for Folarin Balogun. Fan discontent has been palpable, with protests against potential sales and criticism from fan groups regarding the club's perceived lack of ambition and poor transfer planning.
TFG acquired Everton through its UK entity, Roundhouse Capital, in late 2024, stabilizing the club's finances by refinancing debt and securing lower-interest loans. The ownership group, which also owns Italian club Roma and AS Cannes, has previously attracted investment into Roundhouse from notable figures like Jason Kidd and Christopher Sarofim. Despite the ownership's efforts to stabilize the club financially, fan frustration remains high.
