Liverpool's owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), have confirmed the sale of a minority stake in the Premier League club to a consortium including U.S. Billionaire and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The agreement, announced Friday, follows talks that were first reported in July. The move represents Bezos' first foray into sports after many years of links to investment in a number of North American sports franchises. The size of the stake was not disclosed but is expected to be in the range of approximately 30 per cent to one-third, per sources with knowledge of the investment, not authorised to speak publicly because of the confidentiality of the process. Bezos' involvement comes via the K5 Sports fund. The lead partner in the deal though, is Amit Bhatia, the former Queens Park Rangers co-owner, who has led and managed the 1892 Holdings consortium. They are joined by the family office of Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin and his wife Elaine. Bhatia will take up the position of vice chairman and will be joined on the club's board by Elaine Saverin and Bryan Baum of K5 Sports. Bezos will not have a seat on the board, sources with knowledge of the plans say. It is the first external minority investment in the club since Dynasty Equity purchased a three per cent stake in Liverpool for approaching $200million back in September 2023. FSG will continue to retain majority ownership and operational control of the club, a release confirming the sale on Friday said. Sources with knowledge of the investment, speaking anonymously as they weren’t authorised to do so publicly, indicate there will be no change to the leadership or day-to-day operation of the club. FSG president Mike Gordon 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.” Bhatia, on behalf of 1892 Holdings, 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.” ## What happened? Liverpool's owners have sold a minority stake in the club to a consortium including Jeff Bezos.

Why it matters for Liverpool F.C. The investment brings in new funds for the Premier League club, but FSG will retain majority ownership and control.

What comes next? The new partners will work alongside FSG to support the club's long-term success. Liverpool currently sit 5th in the Premier League, 25 points behind leaders Arsenal, with a goal difference of +10. They have scored 63 goals and conceded 53 this season. The sale of the minority stake is expected to bring in a significant amount of investment for the club, but it is not clear how much the stake is worth. FSG president Mike Gordon said that the club's long-term interests are at the forefront of their decision-making, and that the new investment will complement the strong foundation already in place. The new partners will join the club's board, with Amit Bhatia taking up the position of vice chairman. Bezos will not have a seat on the board, but his involvement in the club is seen as a significant development. The investment is the first external minority investment in the club since Dynasty Equity purchased a three per cent stake in Liverpool for approaching $200million back in September 2023. FSG will continue to retain majority ownership and operational control of the club, a release confirming the sale on Friday said. Sources with knowledge of the investment, speaking anonymously as they weren’t authorised to do so publicly, indicate there will be no change to the leadership or day-to-day operation of the club. Liverpool's overall approach to recruitment won't change either, with the strategy set in advance of the summer remaining the same. The new investment is expected to bring in a significant amount of funds for the club, but it is not clear how much the stake is worth. The sale of the minority stake is seen as a significant development for the club, and it is expected to bring in new investment for the Premier League club.