Friedkin Group takes over Everton: A new glimmer of hope for the Toffees!

Friedkin Group takes over Everton: A new glimmer of hope for the Toffees!

A new chapter for Everton: The Texas-based Friedkin take over the traditional club!

The football world is head! Everton, the proud club with a glorious story, has a new owner: Friedkin Group from Texas has taken control of 98.8% of the club. This makes Everton a tenth Premier League club, which is under American leadership. A huge step into the future for the Toffees!

The Friedkin Group, led by Dan Friedkin and his son Ryan, not only brings fresh capital, but also an impressive record of success. The group has already invested in numerous industries, including the automotive industry, entertainment, hospitality and sport. Now the portfolio is being expanded to include the traditional English club!

an end to uncertainty

The takeover comes at a crucial time for Everton, which has been playing in the highest English league since 1954, but has been waiting for a big title since 1995. The uncertainty under the previous majority owner Farhad Moshiri has heavily burdened fans in recent years. But now there is hope!

"Today is a memorable and proud day for the Friedkin Group because we become the keepers of this iconic football club," said Marc Watts, the new CEO of Everton, on the club website. "We are determined to lead Everton into an exciting new era both on and next to the square." A promise that makes the hearts of fans beat faster!

A look into the future

The Friedkin Group has already announced the takeover by Roundhouse Capital Holdings Limited, a subsidiary within the group. The Premier League approved the purchase after the owners and director tests have been successfully completed. The agreement on the sales conditions was already made in September.

currently Everton is on the 16th place in the 20s league and will soon leave the legendary Goodison Park to move to a new stadium. The next game against Chelsea is just around the corner and the fans can hardly wait to see the new owners in action!

The future of Everton looks promising. With American capital and a clear vision, the club could soon return to the upper ranks of the Premier League. An exciting chapter has started!