Bezos and Bhatia close in on minority stake in Liverpool FC 2026

Key Points

• Jeff Bezos, who is the founder of Amazon, is negotiating with a consortium to buy a minority share of Liverpool FC from Fenway Sports Group (FSG).
• The consortium that is looking to buy the club shares is led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia and has Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin on board.
• According to FSG, the consortium is interested in making a “strategic minority investment”.
• The reported negotiations are about acquiring a stake of around 30%, valued at £4.5bn ($6bn) for the club.
• The deal may be announced soon, but the process of closing the deal will take months and not weeks.
• FSG purchased Liverpool for £300m in 2010 and had also earlier sold a minority stake of the club to Dynasty Equity in 2023.

Liverpool Sports (Liverpool standard) August 10, 2026 – Amazon tycoon Jeff Bezos is closing in on a minority shareholding in Liverpool FC as Fenway Sports Group (FSG) moves towards finalising a significant minority sale, according to multiple UK media reports.

What is the latest on the Jeff Bezos Liverpool FC stake talks?

A consortium led by former Queens Park Rangers co-owner Amit Bhatia, and reportedly including Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, is nearing a deal with FSG to acquire a strategic minority stake in the Premier League club, Sky News’ Mark Kleinman has reported. An announcement could come this week, although sources caution that finalising the transaction is likely to take months rather than weeks due to the scale and complexity of the investment.

FSG confirmed the existence of talks in a statement to the Financial Times, saying: “An investment consortium led, managed, and represented by Amit Bhatia has expressed interest in making a strategic minority investment in Liverpool Football Club.” The American owners, who purchased Liverpool for £300m in 2010, are understood to be under no pressure to sell but have been open to new investment since 2022, as evidenced by the 2023 sale of a small stake to New York-based Dynasty Equity.

Who is leading the consortium seeking a Liverpool FC minority stake?

The investment group is fronted by Amit Bhatia, a 46-year-old British-Indian entrepreneur with an investment banking background who until recently was co-owner and former chairman of QPR. Bhatia manages AyBe Capital, a multi-asset investment firm with interests across technology, media, property, consumer retail and health, and is married to Vanisha Mittal Bhatia, daughter of steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal.

Joining Bhatia in discussions is Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and one of the world’s wealthiest individuals, with Forbes estimating his personal fortune at around $245bn (£184bn). As reported by Dev Trehan and Blake Keeble of Sky Sports, Bezos has held discussions about participating in the syndicate, though his ultimate involvement is not yet guaranteed. Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has also been linked to the group, according to Sky News and City AM.

How much of Liverpool FC is being sold and at what valuation?

While no final percentage has been confirmed, multiple outlets report that the consortium is discussing acquiring up to 30% of Liverpool FC. The Guardian understands that an offer of around £1.35bn for a 30% stake has been tabled, implying a total club valuation of approximately £4.5bn (roughly $6bn). TS2.tech notes that at that valuation, a 30% sale would return FSG £1.35bn, or 4.5 times the £300m it paid for the entire club in 2010.

FSG currently retains full control of Liverpool, although private equity firms RedBird Capital and Arctos Sports Partners already hold minority positions, and Dynasty Equity became a passive investor after injecting up to $200m in 2023 for a stake estimated at under 4%. Any new investment is expected to be structured so that FSG remains the majority owner with operational control, according to reporting by Sunday Guardian Live and other outlets.

Why is FSG selling a minority stake in Liverpool FC now?

FSG is not under financial pressure to sell, having overseen a period of sustained on‑field success in which Liverpool won every major trophy available, including the Premier League and Champions League. However, the owners indicated in 2022 that they were open to additional investment, and the 2023 transaction with Dynasty Equity was used to pay down debt and fund capital projects such as the Anfield Road Stand redevelopment and the reacquisition of Melwood for the women’s team.

With Premier League club valuations having risen sharply, FSG stands to realise a substantial profit even from a partial sale. At the same time, bringing in high‑profile investors could unlock strategic opportunities, including potential commercial synergies linked to Bezos’s technology and media assets, although no formal plans have been disclosed.

What has been the reaction from Liverpool FC stakeholders and experts?

Reaction to the reported deal has been measured, with emphasis on the minority nature of the investment and FSG’s continued control. Former Liverpool chief executive Peter Moore told the Liverpool Echo that an approach to Bezos does not guarantee his participation, noting: “Sure, someone sends an email to Jeff Bezos and says: ‘Would you be interested in doing this consortium?’ That doesn’t mean Bezos. Moore added that even a small financial commitment from Bezos would bring significant global attention to the club.

Football finance experts quoted by Sky Sports have described the proposed transaction as a “strategic minority stake”, meaning new investors would gain financial exposure and possibly board‑level input without displacing FSG as the controlling owner. Supporters and analysts are expected to watch closely for any indications of how the new investors might influence transfer policy, commercial strategy or stadium development, though FSG has previously stated that proceeds from minority sales would not be earmarked specifically for player purchases.

Background to the Liverpool FC ownership and recent investment history

Fenway Sports Group, formerly known as New England Sports Ventures, acquired Liverpool in October 2010 for £300m following a turbulent period under previous owners Tom Hicks and George Gillette. Since then, FSG has overseen major sporting and commercial growth, culminating in multiple domestic and European titles. In September 2023, FSG sold a minority stake worth between $100m and $200m (£82m–£164m) to Dynasty Equity, a New York‑based sports investment firm, with the proceeds used to reduce bank debt and finance infrastructure projects. That deal valued the club at around $5.3bn at the time, according to Front Office Sports. More recently, FSG explored building a multi‑club group but abandoned those plans earlier in 2026, according to City AM.

Prediction: How could this development affect Liverpool FC fans and the wider supporter base?

If the minority sale proceeds as reported, Liverpool FC supporters are likely to see limited immediate change to day‑to‑day football operations, given FSG’s intention to retain majority control and governance. However, the involvement of high‑profile investors such as Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin could accelerate commercial initiatives, global marketing reach and potential technology‑driven fan engagement projects, which may translate into enhanced matchday experiences, digital content and international touring activities over time. For fans, the key watch‑points will be whether the new investment leads to clearer long‑term plans for squad building, stadium capacity and infrastructure, and whether FSG uses the capital to strengthen the club’s competitive position without altering the core ownership model that has delivered recent trophies.