Bezos-backed consortium acquires minority stake in Liverpool
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:03 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Fenway Sports Group has sold a reported 38% stake in Liverpool to 1892 Holdings, led by Amit Bhatia and backed by Jeff Bezos. Initially estimated at around one-third, the stake's percentage was clarified as closer to 40%, raising questions about FSG's transparency. Bezos, while not joining Liverpool's board, will have a business partner, Bryan Baum, who will serve on the board. The agreement includes an option for 1892 Holdings to increase its investment, potentially allowing for a controlling stake within a year. This deal marks a significant moment in Liverpool's financial as the club's valuation rises significantly since FSG's purchase in 2010.
- •FSG sold about 38% of Liverpool to 1892 Holdings.
- •The stake was initially reported as around one-third.
- •Bezos will not join the Liverpool board directly.
- •An option exists for future investment or control for 1892 Holdings.
- •The club's value has increased more than 15 times since 2010.
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"What does Liverpool’s future hold following the sale of stakes to 1892 Holdings, and how involved will Amazon founder Jeff Bezos be?
"What does Liverpool’s future hold following the sale of stakes to 1892 Holdings, and how involved will Amazon founder Jeff Bezos be?
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 7:03 AMMinority investment or takeover - what does Bezos' Liverpool deal mean?
What does Liverpool’s future hold following the sale of stakes to 1892 Holdings, and how involved will Amazon founder Jeff Bezos be?
- BBC SportAug 20, 2026, 7:03 AMMinority investment or takeover - what does Bezos' Liverpool deal mean?
What does Liverpool’s future hold following the sale of stakes to 1892 Holdings, and how involved will Amazon founder Jeff Bezos be?
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