Alex Crook Reveals What John Textor Did to Frustrate Farhad Moshiri During Everton Takeover Process

Once a cornerstone of English football, Everton has seen its reputation decline after decades of mediocrity on the pitch, culminating in a final blow from Iranian businessman Farhad Moshiri.

Since his takeover, the club has faced financial difficulties, punishments from the Premier League, rising debts, and frequent relegation struggles, particularly in recent years.

Despite these setbacks, Moshiri initially showed strong ambition to restore Everton to its former glory.

While few fans will look back on his tenure with fondness, it’s hard to ignore the few positive legacies he leaves behind.

One of the most significant achievements under Moshiri’s leadership is the construction of the Bramley-Moore Dock stadium, which represents a foundation for Everton’s long-term progress.

Although the project has drained the club financially for years, it stands as a testament to Moshiri’s commitment to the club’s future.

A recent update from Alex Crook, speaking on talkSPORT (24 September, 4:45 pm), sheds light on Moshiri’s more recent decisions.

John Textor, an American businessman, aggressively pursued ownership of Everton, making his intentions clear in several interviews.

However, his continued ownership of shares in Crystal Palace presented a significant hurdle, and his public statements, which bordered on desperation, did not sit well with Moshiri.

According to Crook, “Textor’s interview didn’t go down well with Moshiri.

It may have been a reason they decided to go in a different direction.”

In the end, Textor’s bid to buy Everton fell short, with fellow American Dan Friedkin now poised to win the takeover race.

Friedkin, wealthier than Textor and owning other football clubs in Europe, offers the promise of stability.

His track record is particularly appealing to Everton fans, as he eliminated AS Roma’s debts after purchasing the club.

Early reports suggest Friedkin may do the same for Everton, providing much-needed financial relief.

While Textor could have been a possible alternative, his reckless and desperate approach alienated both Evertonians and Moshiri.

Despite the many missteps Moshiri has made during his tenure, it seems he made the right decision in turning away from Textor’s bid in favor of a more stable option in Friedkin.

Ultimately, though Moshiri’s time at Everton is marked by failure and frustration, the choice to prioritize long-term stability with Friedkin could help to rebuild the club’s fortunes and restore hope among its fans.