Everton put up for sale as owners seek new investment options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:34 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Everton Football Club is now for sale, announced on October 9, 2026, just 22 months after being acquired. The Friedkin Group, which took over in December 2024, is looking for new investors amidst ongoing financial challenges and dissatisfaction among fans following a lack of transfer activity. The owners stated that they want to ensure the club is in good hands moving forward. Moelis & Company has been hired to assist with the sale.
- •Everton has been put up for sale following financial turbulence.
- •The Friedkin Group acquired Everton in December 2024.
- •Dissatisfaction among fans grew after a quiet transfer window.
- •Moelis & Company retained to assist with the sale process.
- •Potential for another American buyer as ownership trends continue.
- 8:34 AMYahoo Sports — Everton have been put up for sale
"The breaking news on Friday morning is that Everton are up for sale. The turbulence continues on the blue half of Merseyside.
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