Premier League club Everton is open to selling a controlling stake as part of efforts to attract fresh investment, according to an announcement made by the club. The development comes less than two years after the US-based Friedkin Group acquired Everton from former owner Farhad Moshiri in December 2024, stepping in while the organization was grappling with significant financial struggles and a prolonged phase of instability.
Since taking charge, the ownership group has overseen Everton's transition into the Hill Dickinson Stadium and focused heavily on strengthening the team's economic standing. In an official statement, the owners noted that the club faced severe financial uncertainty and obstacles both on and off the pitch when they initially assumed stewardship.
The leadership explained that their immediate focus was providing the necessary stability, funding, and backing to secure the institution's long-term future, which included finishing the new stadium project. With that foundation now securely established, they believe the appropriate moment has arrived to explore the next chapter for Everton.
The Friedkin Group emphasized that it will exclusively entertain proposals from prospective buyers capable of advancing the momentum generated since the takeover. The owners also confirmed they will maintain their support for the club across all operations while the evaluation process moves forward.
This shift in strategy follows a summer transfer window that faced backlash from supporters, as British media reports highlighted that the club raised substantial revenue through player departures while making minimal acquisitions before the deadline. Alongside its ownership of Everton, The Friedkin Group also holds stakes in Italian club AS Roma and French side AS Cannes.
To manage the potential sale, the ownership group has retained investment bank Moelis & Company to advise on the strategy. Both Everton and the ownership group stated that no further statements will be issued while the evaluation is underway.