Friedel group completes Shrewsbury Town takeover, Wycherley retires
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 12:09 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
On November 9, 2026, the American consortium led by Brad Friedel completed its takeover of Shrewsbury Town, acquiring 87.4 percent of the club's shares. This transition allows longtime owner Roland Wycherley, who has been at the helm for 30 years, to retire at age 85. Wycherley first announced his intention to sell over five years ago and had been adamant about finding a suitable successor for the club's future. As part of the new board, Friedel will now work with manager Gavin Cowan, while the club currently stands 15th in the League Two table, just two points off a playoff spot. Friedel and consortium member Scott Davidson are expected to attend the upcoming match against Oldham Athletic.
- •Friedel group acquires 87.4 percent ownership of Shrewsbury Town.
- •Roland Wycherley retires after 30 years as club owner.
- •New board includes members from Biscayne ST LLC and Friedel.
- •Shrewsbury Town currently sits 15th in League Two standings.
- •Friedel and Davidson expected at the next game against Oldham Athletic.
- 12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Friedel group completes Shrewsbury Town takeover
- 12:09 PMBBC Football — Friedel group completes Shrewsbury Town takeover
"Shrewsbury Town's American takeover deal is done, allowing owner Roland Wycherley to retire, reports BBC Radio Shropshire.
"Shrewsbury Town's American takeover deal is done, allowing owner Roland Wycherley to retire, reports BBC Radio Shropshire.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 12:09 PMFriedel group completes Shrewsbury Town takeover
Shrewsbury Town's American takeover deal is done, allowing owner Roland Wycherley to retire, reports BBC Radio Shropshire.
- BBC FootballNov 9, 2026, 12:09 PMFriedel group completes Shrewsbury Town takeover
Shrewsbury Town's American takeover deal is done, allowing owner Roland Wycherley to retire, reports BBC Radio Shropshire.
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