Sky News reports that a consortium featuring Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is on the verge of finalising a deal to purchase roughly a one‑third share of Liverpool Football Club. According to sources, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), which has been the controlling shareholder of the Anfield side since 2010, is preparing an official announcement that could come as early as this week. The proposed transaction would place Mr.
Bezos alongside Eduardo Saverin, a co‑founder of the social networking giant Facebook, as part of an investor group. The syndicate is headed by Amit Bhatia, the son‑in‑law of steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal and a former shareholder in the Championship club Queens Park Rangers. One insider suggested that a public statement is expected within the next few days, although there is a possibility it could be delayed until the following week.
If the agreement goes through, three of the world’s wealthiest individuals will become co‑owners of the Reds, one of English football’s most historically successful clubs. Jeff Bezos is estimated by Forbes to have a net worth exceeding £207 billion ($280 billion), while Eduardo Saverin’s fortune is reported to be over £23.7 billion ($32 billion). Their combined investment would value Liverpool at approximately £4.4 billion ($6 billion), positioning the deal among the most valuable in the sport’s recent history.
Sky Sports News has reached out to both Liverpool and Fenway Sports Group for comment, but no response has been received so far. Although Bezos has never before been linked to football ownership, his potential involvement underscores how elite investors now view sport as a distinct asset class worthy of serious capital allocation.
Saverin, who is 44, previously participated in a consortium that attempted an unsuccessful takeover of Chelsea FC during the 2022 auction triggered by the geopolitical fallout of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. According to another source, the Liverpool stake could be slightly larger than initially reported, possibly exceeding a 30 percent holding. Regardless of the exact percentage, a £4.4 billion valuation would highlight the remarkable financial growth that FSG has achieved over its 16‑year tenure as the club’s owners.
When FSG first acquired Liverpool, the club was in a precarious financial position and was bought for a modest £300 million. The arrival of a powerful investment group is expected to raise expectations that its members may eventually seek a controlling interest in the club. A spokesperson for FSG said last month: "An investment consortium led, managed, and represented by Amit Bhatia has expressed interest in making a strategic minority investment in Liverpool Football Club." Both FSG and the Bhatia‑led consortium have declined to provide further details on timing or conditions.
The most recent change of ownership in Liverpool occurred in 2023, when Dynasty Equity purchased a small share that pushed the club’s valuation above £3.3 billion ($4.5 billion). Sky Sports’ Kaveh Solhekol commented on the potential deal, noting, "It is massive for the future of Liverpool.
We have to be careful, though. There may be a few supporters uneasy at the prospect of being part‑owned by one of the richest men in the world.
When people invest or buy clubs, who previously don't have a link to the club, the duty is to ask why they want to invest. What is in it for them?" Solhekol added that a segment of Liverpool fans would likely welcome Bezos’s involvement, given his staggering £207 billion net worth, but urged caution until the investors' motives are clarified. He observed that many ultra‑wealthy individuals view Premier League clubs not only as potential profit generators but also as prestigious trophy assets that enhance personal brand and legacy.
He further predicted that the deal would likely proceed, valuing Liverpool at roughly £4.5 billion, surpassing the last major Premier League transaction—the sale of Chelsea for about £2.5 billion. "It is a stunning return for FSG," Solhekol said, recalling that the group bought Liverpool 16 years ago for a fraction of its current worth. "Going forward, Liverpool will be even richer than they already are. They have a massive turnover and it will only get bigger with these investors." Amit Bhatia, now 46, is a British‑Indian entrepreneur with a background in investment banking.
He currently runs AyBe Capital, a multi‑asset investment firm that diversifies across technology, media, property, consumer retail, and healthcare sectors. Bhatia is married to Vanisha Mittal Bhatia, daughter of steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, further cementing his ties to global wealth networks. Jeff Bezos, arguably the most recognizable business figure worldwide, founded Amazon in 1994 from his Seattle garage. Beyond Amazon, his portfolio includes the aerospace venture Blue Origin, the venture‑capital firm Nash Holdings (which owns The Washington Post), and various other tech‑focused investments.
His potential entry into football ownership reflects a broader trend of tech moguls expanding into sports, seeking both financial returns and the cultural cachet that comes with managing a storied club. The prospect of such a high‑profile consortium taking a minority stake in Liverpool raises several strategic questions. How will the new shareholders influence the club’s governance, transfer policy, and commercial strategy?
Will they push for increased spending on player acquisitions, or will they focus on leveraging the club’s global brand to generate new revenue streams through media rights, sponsorships, and digital platforms? Moreover, what safeguards will be put in place to ensure that the club’s historic identity and connection with its fan base remain intact amid the influx of external capital?
These considerations are vital for a club that, while historically successful, operates in an increasingly commercialised football landscape. The influx of billionaire investors has reshaped the Premier League over the past decade, with clubs like Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur benefiting from deep pockets. Liverpool’s recent success under Jürgen Klopp—highlighted by Premier League, Champions League, and FIFA Club World Cup triumphs—has already elevated its commercial appeal, making it an attractive target for investors seeking both prestige and profit. In summary, the potential deal involving Jeff Bezos, Eduardo Saverin, and Amit Bhatia could mark a watershed moment for Liverpool FC.
It would bring together three of the world’s wealthiest individuals, dramatically increase the club’s valuation, and potentially set a new benchmark for football ownership structures. While the exact terms remain under negotiation, the news underscores the growing intersection between elite finance and sport, and it will be closely watched by fans, analysts, and rival clubs alike.