The Friedkin Group have confirmed they are exploring a potential sale of a controlling interest in Everton, less than two years after completing their takeover. They say any exit will depend on finding a buyer they believe can take the club forward, and they have retained Moelis & Company to handle the process.
The Friedkin Group's stance
In a statement carried by dailymail.com, the owners said they are considering "new investment options" for Everton, including "the potential sale of a controlling interest." They added that "the time is right to consider the next chapter for Everton" and that they will "only entertain interest from parties" they strongly believe will be the right stewards.
They also stressed that their backing will not stop while talks continue. "Throughout this process, TFG’s focus will remain unchanged," the group said, adding that they will "support the Club in all ways necessary to achieve success on the pitch."
Everton's early-season backdrop
The timing is awkward in one sense and comfortable in another. Everton sit seventh in the Premier League after five matches, with 9 points and a +3 goal difference, so this is not a club chasing stability after a poor start.
That background helps explain why the sale news does not read like panic. Everton have 2 wins and 3 draws in the league, and they have conceded only 3 goals. David Moyes has also said his direct contact is mainly through the club hierarchy, with limited conversations with the Friedkin family themselves.
The ownership change may yet lead to a longer process, but the key detail is already clear. The Friedkin Group want a buyer, but only if they think that buyer fits Everton, and Moelis & Company are now in place as they test the market.
Written by Jack Mercer with AI-assisted research, cross-checked against 3 outlets. How we work →
