A consortium that includes Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has reached a definitive agreement to acquire a minority stake in Liverpool from the club’s majority owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), in a deal worth more than £1.5 billion (around ₹1,920 crore). The investment marks one of the biggest ownership transactions involving a Premier League club. The investment group, 1892 Holdings, is led by former Queens Park Rangers (QPR) director Amit Bhatia and also includes Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin. Following the deal, the consortium is expected to hold a stake of between 30% and one-third in Liverpool Football Club. Despite the investment, there will be no major changes to the club’s leadership or daily operations. FSG will continue to manage Liverpool, while John W. Henry will remain principal owner, Tom Werner will continue as chairman, and Mike Gordon will stay on as president. No Change in transfer policy Although Jeff Bezos is one of the world’s richest people, with an estimated fortune of around $270 billion, Liverpool’s transfer strategy will remain unchanged. The club will not receive additional transfer funds because of the investment, and manager Andoni Iraola will continue to work within the club’s existing financial plans. Liverpool will also continue to follow financial sustainability rules, while transfer decisions will remain under the football department led by sporting director Richard Hughes. New faces join the club’s leadership As part of the agreement, Jeff Bezos will not become a director of Liverpool. However, the club’s expanded board will include Bryan Baum from K5 Sports and Elaine Saverin, the wife of Eduardo Saverin. Amit Bhatia, the son-in-law of Indian steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, will become Liverpool’s vice-president. FSG reportedly views him as a trusted long-term partner who respects the club’s traditions and values. Club leaders welcome the partnership FSG President Mike Gordon welcomed the new investment and said: “Liverpool has always been built by thinking beyond one season and making decisions with the club’s long-term interests in mind. That approach continues to attract interest from respected investors and business leaders around the world. As we considered this opportunity, it became clear that Amit and the consortium shared our long-term philosophy and appreciation for what makes Liverpool special. Their experience and perspective will complement the strong foundation already in place, and we look forward to working together.” Amit Bhatia also expressed his excitement after completing the deal. He said: “We are incredibly proud to be investing in Liverpool Football Club and to be doing so alongside FSG. We have the utmost respect and admiration for FSG as owners and for everything they have achieved at Anfield. To be welcomed as a partner in a club of this stature is a huge privilege. We are making this investment because we believe deeply in Liverpool and its leadership, and we look forward to supporting the club’s continued success for years to come.” Club valuation Crosses $7 billion Fenway Sports Group purchased Liverpool for £300 million in 2010. Following the latest investment by 1892 Holdings, the club is now valued at just over $7 billion (around £5.1 billion). While the agreement allows flexibility for the future relationship between FSG and the consortium, it does not include any fixed plan for a full takeover. Post navigation ‘India imports more than half of its oil from Russia’:Modi govt should keep buying Russian crude despite Trump’s tariff threats, says expert
