British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia is set to become Liverpool F.C.'s new vice-chairman after his investment group agreed to buy a significant stake in the club. The deal will see his consortium, 1892 Holdings, acquire a 38 percent share from current owners Fenway Sports Group, pending regulatory approval. Bhatia will attend this weekend's Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at Anfield as a guest of FSG principal owner John Henry.
Liverpool head into that fixture sitting 10th in the Premier League table with one point from their opening game. They have scored two goals and conceded two, leaving them two points behind early leaders Brighton. The match against 15th-placed Forest is a key early opportunity to build momentum.
Amit Bhatia is a British-Indian businessman who was previously co-owner of Championship side Queens Park Rangers. He is leading the 1892 Holdings consortium, which includes high-profile figures like Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin. While Bezos will not take a seat on the board, the consortium's investment signals a major new chapter for the club. Bhatia described the potential involvement as "the stuff of dreams." He added, "To have the ability to be involved in any capacity is a huge privilege."
Should the investment receive the necessary approvals, Liverpool's board of directors will be expanded. Amit Bhatia will assume the role of vice-chairman. He will be joined on the new board by Elaine Saverin from EE Capital and Bryan Baum of K5 Sports. This expanded governance structure is designed to guide the club's next phase. Bhatia has spoken of the enormous responsibility the ownership group has towards the club and its global fanbase, stating that discussions with FSG have focused on the club's future potential.
Fenway Sports Group has owned Liverpool since 2010. Amit Bhatia has publicly praised FSG, calling them the best owners in sports and people of the highest integrity. He stated that FSG always puts the interests of the club first, which aligned with his consortium's long-term vision. The deal for a 38 percent stake is seen as a strategic partnership rather than a full takeover, intended to provide fresh investment and expertise while maintaining continuity. Bhatia has indicated his group's association with Liverpool is intended to be for a long period of time.
The immediate focus is on securing regulatory approval for the investment. In the meantime, the football continues. After the Nottingham Forest game, the squad will look to improve on their current league position and goal difference. This proposed investment arrives at a key moment in the season, offering the potential for renewed off-field stability as the team seeks to climb the table. The commitment from 1892 Holdings suggests a shared ambition to build on the club's legacy for years to come.
