Everton's Owners Open to Selling Controlling Stake in the Club

Everton Football Club is open to selling a controlling stake as part of efforts to attract new investment, the club announced on Friday. The owners, The Friedkin Group (TFG), acquired Everton from former owner Farhad Moshiri in December 2024, during a time when the club was facing financial difficulties and instability. Since the acquisition, TFG has overseen the club's move into the Hill Dickinson Stadium and has worked to improve its financial position. In a statement, TFG noted that their immediate priority had been to provide stability, investment, and support to secure the club's future, including completing the stadium. They stated, "With that foundation now safely in place, the time is right to consider the next chapter for Everton." TFG emphasized that they would only consider proposals from parties they believe could build on the progress made since their takeover and would continue to support the club throughout the process. This decision follows a summer transfer window that reportedly drew criticism from supporters, as Everton generated significant income through player sales but made limited additions to their squad. TFG, which also owns Italian club AS Roma and French side AS Cannes, has retained investment bank Moelis & Company to advise on the sale process. Both TFG and Everton have stated that no further comments will be made while the process is ongoing.