Liverpool FC Adds Bezos-Backed Fund in New Minority Investment Deal.

Roger Hampel

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Fenway Sports Group has agreed to sell a minority stake in Liverpool FC to 1892 Holdings, bringing a consortium backed by some of the most prominent names in global technology and investment into the ownership structure of the Premier League club.

The consortium is led and managed by Amit Bhatia and includes investments from Bhatia and the Mittal Family Trusts, K5 Sports, a K5 Global fund whose lead investor is Jeff Bezos, and EE Capital, the family office of Elaine and Eduardo Saverin.

Financial terms and the size of the minority stake have not been disclosed. FSG will retain majority ownership and operational control of Liverpool following completion of the transaction.

New Capital Enters Liverpool FC Liverpool

FSG said it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the minority equity position, with completion still subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. The transaction introduces new capital and business expertise into Liverpool without changing control of the club.

According to FSG, 1892 Holdings will work with the existing ownership and Liverpool's leadership to assess opportunities supporting the club's long-term objectives both commercially and on the pitch.

The structure allows FSG to bring additional investors into Liverpool while preserving the ownership model under which it has controlled the club since 2010.

Bezos and Saverin-Linked Capital Joins Consortium

The composition of 1892 Holdings gives the transaction a significant technology and investment dimension.

Amit Bhatia leads the consortium, with the Mittal Family Trusts also participating.

K5 Sports is investing through a K5 Global fund, with Amazon founder Jeff Bezos identified as the lead investor in that fund. The announcement does not state that Bezos is investing directly in Liverpool FC, an important distinction in the structure of the transaction.

EE Capital represents another major technology-linked source of capital. The family office belongs to Elaine and Eduardo Saverin, with Saverin best known as a co-founder of Facebook and an international technology investor.

The investment therefore brings Liverpool into a network spanning technology, private investment and global business while leaving FSG firmly in control.

FSG Retains Majority Ownership and Control

The transaction does not represent a change of control at Anfield.

FSG explicitly confirmed that it will continue to hold the majority ownership position and maintain operational control following completion.

The group has owned Liverpool since acquiring the club in 2010 and has overseen significant investment in the team and infrastructure, including the expansion of Anfield and development of the club's training facilities.

No details have been provided on how the proceeds from the stake sale will be allocated or whether the investment is tied to specific projects.

Executive Comments

Mike Gordon, President of Fenway Sports Group, said:

“Liverpool has always been built by thinking beyond one season and making decisions with the club’s long-term interests in mind. That approach continues to attract interest from respected investors and business leaders around the world.”

Mike Gordon added:

“As we considered this opportunity, it became clear that Amit and the consortium shared our long-term philosophy and appreciation for what makes Liverpool special. Their experience and perspective will complement the strong foundation already in place, and we look forward to working together.”

Amit Bhatia, speaking on behalf of 1892 Holdings, said:

“We are incredibly proud to be investing in Liverpool Football Club and to be doing so alongside FSG. We have the utmost respect and admiration for FSG as owners and for everything they have achieved at Anfield.”

Amit Bhatia said the consortium believes in Liverpool's existing leadership and intends to support the club's continued development.