5pm Update on Everton Takeover as New Development Surfaces Today
John Textor Still Interested in Purchasing Everton Football Club from Farhad Moshiri, Sources Reveal.
A source close to the ongoing takeover developments at Everton has informed Goodison News that while there is some truth to the reports of John Textor’s renewed interest in purchasing the club, certain aspects are premature.
On Friday, August 9, The Guardian reported that the American billionaire, who already holds a stake in Crystal Palace, has submitted a bid to become the majority owner of Everton.
However, it’s understood that before Textor can acquire a stake in Everton, he would need to sell his 45% shareholding in Crystal Palace.
John Textor remains interested in the Everton takeover, but it’s important to note that Farhad Moshiri, Everton’s current owner, has already seen two potential deals collapse—one with 777 Partners and another with The Friedkin Group.
Goodison News has learned that while Textor is still a contender, there are several other prospective bidders for the Merseyside club.
Among these potential buyers is Kevin Malone, the former general manager of the LA Dodgers. However, debt owed to Rights and Media Funding Limited is reportedly complicating the situation.
Dan Friedkin, owner of AS Roma, withdrew from his bid to buy Everton in July, partly due to loans provided by 777 Partners to Moshiri during their failed takeover attempt.
Coincidentally, Roma will face Everton in a pre-season friendly this weekend at Goodison Park.
Everton will begin their 2024/25 Premier League season with a home match against Brighton on Saturday, August 17.
