Fenway Sports Group (FSG) has struck a deal to sell a 30 percent stake in Liverpool Football Club to an investment group that includes Indian businessman Amit Bhatia, along with Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin.
The agreement, reported to be worth around £1.65 billion, gives Liverpool an overall valuation of approximately £5.5 billion. Bhatia, who played a crucial role in this negotiation, will take on the role of vice-chairman on the club’s newly expanded board.
The investment group is called 1892 Holdings, named after the year Liverpool was established. It features several well-known investors, including the Mittal Family Trust and K5 Sports, where Bezos is the main investor. Additionally, the family office of Elaine and Eduardo Saverin, known as EE Capital, is part of this consortium. While Elaine Saverin and Bryan Baum, a co-founder of K5 Global, are expected to join the Liverpool board, Bezos will not take on a board position and will act as a passive investor.
The current ownership structure of Liverpool will not change, as FSG will maintain its majority stake and continue to manage the club’s day-to-day operations. The transaction, however, still requires regulatory approval, which may take up to three months.
There will be no immediate effect on Liverpool’s football activities, including the club’s summer transfer plans and budget, which will carry on as they are. FSG has emphasized that this investment should not be interpreted as a sign of their intent to sell the club; they are not obligated to sell additional shares to 1892 Holdings, although the consortium could have the option to buy more shares in the future should FSG decide to sell further.
According to FSG, one of the appealing aspects of this partnership is the composition of the consortium and the potential opportunities it may present, particularly in international business, technology, and investment. The owners see significant growth possibilities in India and the broader Asian market.
FSG president Mike Gordon noted the long-term approach driving this deal, stating that Liverpool has always been built on forward-thinking strategies aimed at the club’s future. He remarked, “As we assessed this opportunity, it was evident that Amit and the consortium shared our long-term vision and understanding of what makes Liverpool special.”
Bhatia expressed optimism about the partnership, saying that they are “incredibly proud” to invest in Liverpool alongside FSG and are committed to supporting the club’s success in the years ahead.
This agreement also comes as Liverpool reports strong financial performance, having achieved record annual revenue of £703 million for the financial year ending in May 2025.
