Friedkin Group exploring sale of Everton under two years after 2024 takeover

Everton's owners, the Friedkin Group (TFG), have told the club they are exploring a sale less than two years after completing their takeover.

The approach was reported on Thursday by multiple outlets, which said TFG are considering options for the club after taking control in 2024. In a statement cited by local reporting, the group said it had prioritised stability and investment since completing the takeover.

Background and timing

TFG's purchase of Everton closed in 2024. One report said the deal was believed to have been worth in excess of £400 million; that estimate was reported by a local outlet and is attributed as such. The more recent reporting does not specify a timetable for any potential sale or identify prospective buyers.

What the owners have said

In materials reported alongside the news of their exploration, TFG emphasised that, since taking control, they had focused on ensuring stability and making investments in the club. The group did not, in the accounts available in these reports, provide further financial details or confirm a sale process beyond saying they were "exploring" options.

Coverage and available details

Three outlets covering the story reported the same core facts: the Friedkin Group is considering selling Everton and the decision comes within two years of their 2024 takeover. Only one outlet included the reported purchase-price estimate and the description of the group's priorities since taking control; that figure is presented as reported by that outlet.

No further specifics on timing, valuation, or potential purchasers were published in the available reports. Nor did the reports include direct quotes from Everton club officials, supporters, or potential bidders.

Why it matters

The ownership of Premier League clubs is closely watched because changes at the top can affect club governance, investment plans and long-term strategy. The reports do not set out what a sale would mean for Everton's on-field plans, finances or day-to-day management, and do not present any confirmed next steps from TFG.

What to watch for next

Further reporting may provide formal announcements from the Friedkin Group or Everton, details of any sale process, prospective buyers or a valuation. At present, the publicly available coverage is limited to the group's statement that it is exploring a sale and to background material on the timing of its takeover in 2024.