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[Manyanza]

 

[Manyanza]

🚨 FSG statement: "An investment consortium led, managed, and represented by Amit Bhatia has expressed interest in making a strategic minority investment in Liverpool."

It is also confirmed that Bhatia has left Queens Park Rangers after 18 years as both a co-owner and director.

[@JacobsBen]

 

[Manyanza]

Its been known for a while that FSG are setting short & long term exit plans. Club has never not been for sale recently, just not had enough interest at the price they want. Minority investment keeps things ticking but the plan is the same, full sale in the next few years.

Its clear that the environment around football is shifting and it doesnt suit the FSG model. In terms of value were basically at the cieling in the current setup. To go further the cieling needs breaking which will take big investment, something they dont have the appetite for.

 

[Manyanza]

 

[Manyanza]

The businessman with a fortune estimated at $257bn has been approached about joining Amit Bhatia's deal to buy a stake in the Anfield club, Sky News learns.

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder, has been approached to join a consortium which is in talks to buy a stake in Liverpool Football Club.
Sky News can reveal that Mr Bezos has held discussions about joining a syndicate of investors led by Amit Bhatia, the son-in-law of billionaire steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal.

A source cautioned that he was not certain to proceed with an investment in Liverpool FC.
The Amazon and Blue Origin tycoon, who also owns the Washington Post, is estimated by Forbes magazine to boast a fortune worth almost $257bn, making him the world's fourth-richest man.

He has reportedly explored bids in the past for the Seattle Seahawks, this year's Super Bowl winners, and the Washington Commanders, another NFL team, although he did not proceed with either deal.
If Mr Bezos does proceed with an investment in Liverpool, it would nevertheless represent a surprise move, despite the apparently relentless influx of American money into the top flight of English football.
About half of the 20 Premier League clubs are owned by predominantly US-based investors, although one of those – Crystal Palace – is currently exploring a sale.
Others with US owners include newly crowned champions Arsenal, while Manchester United remains controlled by the Glazer family, alongside the Ineos Group founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

The talks between Mr Bhatia's consortium and FSG, which are said to place a valuation of at least $6bn on Liverpool, were first reported earlier on Tuesday by the Financial Times.
That would be lower than the valuation achieved by a number of American sports teams in recent transactions but could be broadly comparable to the valuation attributed to the Red Devils when Ineos bought its stake over two years ago.

Mr Bhatia relinquished control of his stake in the Championship club Queens Park Rangers earlier this week to pave the way for his consortium's prospective investment in Liverpool.

It was unclear whether the acquisition of a "strategic minority stake" would pave the way for a long-term change of control at Anfield, although observers have speculated for years that FSG would seek an outright sale at some point.

Insiders sought to play down that prospect on Tuesday, although it is understood that the Bhatia-led group could buy as much as 30% of the club.
A spokesperson for FSG said: "An investment consortium led, managed, and represented by Amit Bhatia has expressed interest in making a strategic minority investment in Liverpool Football Club."

The deal is said to be structured similarly to one agreed in 2023 between FSG and Dynasty Equity, which reportedly saw Liverpool valued at more than $4.5bn.

FSG, controlled by John Henry, has owned the Anfield club since 2010, when it was embroiled in a financial mess which threatened its immediate future.
The American group also owns the Boston Red Sox baseball team as well as other sporting interests.

Since taking over, FSG has largely been praised by Liverpool fans for its stewardship of the club, although last season's fifth-place finish and the decision to sack head coach Arne Slot in May caused disquiet among many.
Only a year before, the Reds were crowned Premier League champions in Slot's first campaign since replacing Jurgen Klopp.

The 2026-27 season will see Liverpool facing up to life without talismanic striker Mo Salah for the first time in nearly a decade and with a new head coach in the form of Andoni Iraola, the former AFC Bournemouth boss.

A spokesperson for the consortium led by Mr Bhatia declined to comment on Mr Bezos's prospective investment on Tuesday night, while a spokesman for Mr Bezos has been contacted for comment.

 

[Manyanza]

Jeff Bezos has held talks about joining the consortium that is seeking to buy around 30% of Liverpool. Sources with knowledge of the talks have indicated that any deal with Bhatia’s consortium would see Bezos receive equity in Liverpool. The Bhatia bid for Liverpool is understood to value the club at around £4.5bn. Bhatia is believed to have secured financial backing from his father-in-law, Lakshmi Mittal, whose family wealth is estimated at around £23bn.

[@guardian_sport]

 

[Manyanza]

Message to Liverpool Football Club, Mittal family, @John_W_Henry & @JeffBezos ⬇️

The current events surrounding potential new part-owners are exciting, but they can’t distract you from the here and now.

This transfer window has been underwhelming, and waiting for new investment is a dangerous game. Football doesn’t wait for anyone.

While you sit back, other clubs are strengthening their squads, and lfc are risk being left behind. The club needs to act decisively and invest wisely now. You can’t afford to use the prospect of new money as an excuse for inaction. The time to build a competitive squad is now, not later.

The future is uncertain, but the present demands your attention. Liverpool must focus on what’s important which is securing the talent they need to compete at the highest level.

[@indykaila]

 

[Saint Anne]

Hello Family.

As we approach X - Mass, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you guys for keeping this forum (family) active, in one or more ways this thread, it's people (LFC Family) have been all to me, you guys are awesome.

There are times I almost lost it, but the theme You Will Never Walk Alone made the meaning, you all supported me in one or more ways to get to this, thank you guys.

NOTE: Nitatoa jezi tatu kwa members tofauti Xmass hii (jezi kwa bei za Kariakoo 25,000/- to 35,000/-), first come first serve basis. Unachotakiwa ni ku-quote hii post kwamba unahitaji jezi hiyo, watu wa tatu wa mwanzo ndo watakao pata. Tutajadili size na wahusika na
namna ya kufikiana.

Again, thank you guys.

YNWA

Hivi mliopata hizi jezi
Mbona hampo Tena, mmetutelekezea timu.
Heri tungepata tunaopambana na timu yetu hadi muda huu.
Don Clericuzio
Popote ulipo
Tumekukumbuka .

 

[Saint Anne]

Natamani kile kikosi cha Hispania WC
Ndio kiwe kikosi chetu Liverpool

 

[Manyanza]

Natamani kile kikosi cha Hispania WC
Ndio kiwe kikosi chetu Liverpool

Una Kocha Mhispaniola sasa hivi kaa kwa kutulia

 

[Saint Anne]

Una Kocha Mhispaniola sasa hivi kaa kwa kutulia

Vile vitoto vya Hispania vina balaa🔥🔥

 

[Saint Anne]

Una Kocha Mhispaniola sasa hivi kaa kwa kutulia

Kumbe anatokea Spain?
Aisee!
Hebu tunaomba Sasa uchambuzi wa kocha mpya.
Japo mimi Sina hamu tena na kocha wageni 🙌

 

[moudgulf]

Miaka

Kumbe anatokea Spain?
Aisee!
Hebu tunaomba Sasa uchambuzi wa kocha mpya.
Japo mimi Sina hamu tena na kocha wageni 🙌

Miaka ya hivi karibuni makocha wa kigeni ndiyo waliopeleka furaha Anfield.
Kumbuka kazi za Rafael Benitez, Kloop hata Slot.

 

[Manyanza]

Kumbe anatokea Spain?
Aisee!
Hebu tunaomba Sasa uchambuzi wa kocha mpya.
Japo mimi Sina hamu tena na kocha wageni 🙌

Uliona alivyokuwa anawafanya akiwa Bournemouth? Aliwafunga na kutoa nao draw big 4 wote isipokuwa Liverpool. Ana pira kama la Klopp

 

[Manyanza]

Kumbe anatokea Spain?
Aisee!
Hebu tunaomba Sasa uchambuzi wa kocha mpya.
Japo mimi Sina hamu tena na kocha wageni 🙌

Angalia hata YouTube mechi za Bournemouth msimu wa 2025/2026 utaona mpira wake yaani intensity ya juu sana

 

[Manyanza]

Liverpool wanatarajiwa kupokea takribani dola milioni 2.2 za Marekani (sawa na pauni milioni 1.66) kutoka FIFA kama fidia ya wachezaji wao walioshiriki Kombe la Dunia la 2026, jambo linalowaweka katika nafasi ya 15 kati ya klabu zote zitakazolipwa.

Kwa ujumla, klabu za Ligi Kuu England (Premier League) zilichangia takribani asilimia 13 ya wachezaji wote 1,248 walioshiriki kwenye michuano hiyo—idadi kubwa zaidi kuliko ligi yoyote duniani. Kutokana na mchango huo mkubwa, klabu za Premier League zinatarajiwa kupokea sehemu kubwa zaidi ya fedha za fidia zinazotolewa na FIFA.

 

[Manyanza]

Announce Massive Expansion Plans! Anfield Set to Grow from 61,276 to 110,000 Seats – Including Luxury Fan Park, Event Zone, and Transport Infrastructure! New Hotels, Commercial Hub, Following Arrival of New Projects, This bold project, estimated at around $300 million is scheduled to commence in……

Liverpool Football Club have officially unveiled comprehensive redevelopment plans to further expand iconic Anfield and elevate the surrounding district into a world-class sports and cultural destination. Building on previous stand redevelopments, the main highlight of this multi-million-pound initiative is a historic capacity increase taking Anfield from its current 61,276 limit to an unprecedented 110,000 seats, featuring monumental structural overhauls across the stadium footprint.

Beyond increasing seating capacity, the grand masterplan incorporates a covered year-round Fan Village and public event plaza situated along the edge of Stanley Park. Designed to enhance matchday and non-matchday engagement alike, the space will showcase state-of-the-art interactive fan zones, flagship retail outlets, live entertainment stages, and diverse food and beverage destinations celebrating local culinary talent.

 

[King Ngwaba]

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Man United inazidi kupoteza nyenzo muhimu zilizowahi kuipa mafanikio Timu yao.

• Alianza Howard Webb kustaafu
• Sasa ni Antony Taylor

Ikumbukwe hawa Watu wana mchango mkubwa sana katika era ya Ferguson kumpa mafanikio now wanaondoka mmoja mmoja.

Ni huzuni

 

[Captain Marvelous]

Pre season manenos
Liverpool 4 Sunderland 2
Waliofunga
K Morrison (13 minute)
D Szoboszlai (56 minute)
F Chiesa (72 minute)
L Koumas (85 minute)

Iraola era has started.

YNWA

 

[Captain Marvelous]

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Announce Massive Expansion Plans! Anfield Set to Grow from 61,276 to 110,000 Seats – Including Luxury Fan Park, Event Zone, and Transport Infrastructure! New Hotels, Commercial Hub, Following Arrival of New Projects, This bold project, estimated at around $300 million is scheduled to commence in……

Liverpool Football Club have officially unveiled comprehensive redevelopment plans to further expand iconic Anfield and elevate the surrounding district into a world-class sports and cultural destination. Building on previous stand redevelopments, the main highlight of this multi-million-pound initiative is a historic capacity increase taking Anfield from its current 61,276 limit to an unprecedented 110,000 seats, featuring monumental structural overhauls across the stadium footprint.

Beyond increasing seating capacity, the grand masterplan incorporates a covered year-round Fan Village and public event plaza situated along the edge of Stanley Park. Designed to enhance matchday and non-matchday engagement alike, the space will showcase state-of-the-art interactive fan zones, flagship retail outlets, live entertainment stages, and diverse food and beverage destinations celebrating local culinary talent.

Kumbe ndio maana FSG wabatafuta mwekezaji mpya, precisely Bezos wa Amazon nk nk...

Kwa mpango huu waedelee kwa kweli.

Simpati picha usiku wa Champion league ndani ya Anfield yenye mashabik 110,000 itakua aje

YNWA