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Jeff Bezos Nears Deal for Over 30% Stake in Liverpool
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Jeff Bezos Nears Deal for Over 30% Stake in Liverpool

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Jeff Bezos is reportedly close to acquiring over 30% of Liverpool Football Club as part of an investment consortium.
  • The consortium, led by Amit Bhatia and including Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, is in advanced talks with the club's owner, Fenway Sports Group (FSG).
  • The deal could value the club at approximately $6 billion, making it one of the most expensive sports organizations globally.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is reportedly nearing a significant investment in Liverpool Football Club, potentially acquiring more than a 30% stake. He is said to be part of an investment consortium engaged in advanced discussions with the club's current owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG). Sky News and The Times report that the consortium is led by Amit Bhatia, the son-in-law of Indian billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, and also includes Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin.

Fenway Sports Group, which has owned Liverpool since 2010, could announce the agreement in the coming days. If finalized, the investment would place Liverpool's valuation at around $6 billion, positioning it among the world's most valuable sports franchises. Bezos, with an estimated net worth exceeding $280 billion according to Forbes, has not previously held a direct investment in professional football, making this a notable move into the sport.

FSG has confirmed that the consortium led by Bhatia has expressed interest in acquiring a strategic minority stake in Liverpool. While details regarding the timeline for finalizing the deal remain undisclosed, the potential involvement of such high-profile investors underscores the growing financial allure of top-tier sports clubs. The move signals a significant shift in the club's ownership structure and could bring substantial financial backing to Liverpool.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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