Fenway Sports Group sells up to 38% of Liverpool FC to 1892 Holdings consortium
Fenway Sports Group has agreed to sell a minority equity interest in Liverpool Football Club to 1892 Holdings, a consortium led by Amit Bhatia. The group includes investors Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin and will acquire roughly 30%‑38% of the club, valuing Liverpool at $7.4 billion. Bhatia is set to become vice‑chairman and sit on an expanded board, while Bryan Baum and Elaine Saverin are also slated to join the board. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval and other customary conditions. Fenway Sports Group will retain majority ownership and continue day‑to‑day operations.
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Why it matters
The involvement of high‑profile tech investors brings significant new capital and strategic expertise to one of the Premier League’s most valuable clubs.
How this story developed
- Aug 12 Jeff Bezos-linked consortium eyes £1.35 billion minority stake in Liverpool
- Aug 14 Bezos’s investment vehicle K5 Sports acquired a minority stake in Liverpool FC.
- Aug 15 The consortium acquired a stake exceeding 30% of Liverpool FC, valuing the club at about $6 billion.
- Aug 22 The deal now specifies a valuation of $7.4 billion and a stake size of up to 38%.
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