The race to own Liverpool is heating up as Qatari investors step up to the plate, ready to take a swing at buying the iconic club from Fenway Sports Group. The Reds are joining Manchester United in the hunt for new ownership, with potential buyers expected to make their move in the next month.
It seems that FSG is ready to cash in on their successful tenure at Anfield, as they eye a full-scale takeover 13 years after buying Liverpool from the much-maligned duo of George Gillet Jr and Tom Hicks. The American owners, led by John W. Henry, are set to make a massive profit from the £300 million they paid back in October 2010, using the £4.25 billion that a consortium led by Todd Boehly paid for Chelsea as a benchmark.
According to the Mirror, FSG is seeking a minimum of £4 billion equivalent to 537.3 billion Kenyan shillings for the sale of Liverpool and has enlisted the help of Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to assist with the transaction. While the identity and number of potential buyers remain a mystery, there are rumors that Qatar may be interested in acquiring the club. Looks like Liverpool’s future is up for grabs and the race for Anfield is on!
with suitors from all corners of the globe lining up to take control of the storied club. According to The Daily Telegraph, an auction is currently underway, with formal bids expected to roll in next month. But one suitor, in particular, seems to have caught the eye of the Anfield faithful – Qatar Sports Investments (QSI). The Doha-based organization, which also owns Paris Saint-Germain, is said to be considering a takeover of Liverpool, as well as other English clubs. Looks like the Reds are about to get a taste of the Parisian high life!
the Middle Eastern nation is putting all its eggs in the Merseyside basket when it comes to buying an English club. They’re reportedly seriously interested in snagging the Reds from current owners FSG. But don’t start planning your parade route just yet, as the deal isn’t quite sealed. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on any developments in the coming days. Stay tuned!”
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