1892 Holdings purchases larger stake in Liverpool FC than reported
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Amit Bhatia's consortium has acquired a 38% stake in Liverpool FC, surpassing earlier estimates of around 30%. This minority investment was confirmed by the club and marks a significant increase from initial reports. While Fenway Sports Group maintains operational control, the consortium, which includes Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin, has the option to buy a controlling interest within a year. Concerns from fans have emerged about the consortium's intentions and the potential impact on the club's ethos amid rising commercial pressures in football.
- •1892 Holdings purchased 38% of Liverpool FC.
- •Initial reports estimated the stake at 30-33.3%.
- •Fenway Sports Group retains operational control for now.
- •1892 Holdings may seek a controlling stake within a year.
- •Fan group expresses concerns about investor motivations.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Just in: 1892 Holdings’ stake in Liverpool FC is significantly more than initially reported
"It’s been revealed that the Amit Bhatia-led consortium which has recently invested in Liverpool Football Club purchased a significantly larger stake than initially reported.The Merseyside club confi...
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