Alan Myers Gives Four-Word Update on Whether Everton’s Next Game Will Be Under New Ownership
Everton Fans Eagerly Await Official Takeover Confirmation, Alan Myers Provides Latest Update
Everton is on the verge of a new era under the Friedkin Group, but supporters will have to wait until next week for the eagerly awaited confirmation of the takeover.
Sky Sports news editor, Mark Myers, shared on X that he doesn’t anticipate the announcement before the team’s match against Arsenal on December 14.
Myers believes that any substantial developments will occur after that game.
Responding to questions about the takeover, Myers stated, “No, probably after Arsenal.”
Everton’s scheduled Merseyside derby against Liverpool was canceled today due to bad weather, and it seems likely that the Friedkin Group will receive the official go-ahead before Chelsea visits Goodison Park on December 22.
Everton fans have been eagerly awaiting this moment, and behind-the-scenes efforts have ramped up in the past week, signaling that the takeover is nearing completion.
According to iNews, next week is seen as “optimistic” for confirmation, with hopes high that any remaining regulatory issues will be resolved in time.
The stage appears set for Dan Friedkin to officially take control of the club just before Christmas.
However, Everton fans, having endured numerous false starts, remain cautiously optimistic until they receive official confirmation, a sentiment echoed by manager Sean Dyche.
One of the main challenges remains the club’s complex debt situation, with Everton owing £200 million to 777 Partners and their insurers, A-CAP, who are embroiled in legal battles.
While 777 Partners have been barred from conducting new business in the United States, this is not expected to delay the takeover.
In fact, the Friedkin Group is reportedly working on a restructuring plan.
What remains uncertain is the future of Sean Dyche.
The Friedkin Group has not yet made a decision regarding Dyche’s tenure, and it is expected that they will give him adequate time and support before making any final decisions, especially if the team’s performance does not improve.
