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Texas Owners Explore Exit from Everton After Over Two Years of Ownership

The Friedkin Group, which purchased a majority stake in the English club, is now considering selling the franchise to a buyer who can advance its progress.

Texas Owners Explore Exit from Everton After Over Two Years of Ownership
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Democracy News Live Desk
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9 Oct 2026
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A New Chapter for an Old Club

The Friedkin Group announced it is exploring investment options for Everton Football Club. The owners based in Houston signaled they were not in a rush and would only sell to a buyer they believed could advance the club's progress. While initially seeking minority investors, the group is now open to a full exit. The club noted that at the time of their 2024 acquisition, it faced significant financial uncertainty.

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The Price of Possession

The Friedkin Group purchased a 94.1% stake in Everton. The club's statement said: "With that foundation now safely in place, the time is right to consider the next chapter for Everton."

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🚨 EXCL: Everton put up for sale by The Friedkin Group. #EFC owner already seeking investment but now ready to exit if/when right buyer emerges. TFG intend to maintain full support in meantime after stabilising club + completing stadium move @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/tvg3nw441a

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Diversifying Beyond Football

The Friedkin Group is also pursuing the establishment of an NHL franchise in Houston. The group emphasizes that they are not in a rush and will only sell to a buyer they believe can advance the club's progress.

The Friedkin Group is also pursuing the establishment of an NHL franchise in Houston.

Criteria for Success

The Friedkin Group stated: "Le groupe Friedkin Γ©tudie actuellement de nouvelles options d'investissement pour l'Everton Football Club, notamment la vente Γ©ventuelle d'une participation majoritaire." Translated, this means they are currently studying new investment options, including the potential sale of a majority stake. Everton's statement noted: "We will only entertain interest from parties who we strongly believe will be the right stewards to take the club forward and build on the momentum that has been established."

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Where Things Stand Now

The Friedkin Group, based in Houston, says it is not in a rush and will only sell to a buyer it believes can advance the club's progress. The club noted that at the time of its 2024 acquisition, it faced significant financial uncertainty. The Friedkin Group is also pursuing the establishment of an NHL franchise in Houston.

Looking Forward

The Friedkin Group says it is exploring investment options for Everton, including a potential sale of a majority stake, and emphasizes it is not in a rush and will only sell to a buyer it believes can advance the club's progress. The club's statement noted that with the foundation now safely in place, the time is right to consider the next chapter for Everton. The Friedkin Group is also pursuing the establishment of an NHL franchise in Houston.

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Who buys Everton Football Club then?πŸ€”

12:51 PM Β· 09 Oct 2026
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