The Esk Highlights Everton’s Remaining Charge Despite Debt-Free Status After Takeover
Everton Left with Just One Outstanding Charge Following The Friedkin Group Takeover, Reveals The Esk.
Of the 76 charges listed against Everton on Companies House, only one remains unresolved following Dan Friedkin’s official acquisition of the Merseyside club from Farhad Moshiri.
While the Friedkins may have taken on additional borrowing, the club itself is effectively debt-free.
However, there remains a security charge against debt with Metro Bank, a common practice among football clubs.
On 19 December, The Esk shared on his personal X account:
“Everton now only have one outstanding charge (security against debt) with our bankers Metro — this is standard for banks and football clubs.
Effectively, the football club is debt-free (The Friedkins may have borrowed money but not via the club).”
The Goodison faithful are now entering a new era with The Friedkin Group taking charge, hoping to leave behind years of disappointment under Moshiri’s ownership.
Under the British-Iranian businessman, Everton regressed consistently, turning into a team fighting to avoid relegation.
Supporters will welcome the end of Moshiri’s tenure but will expect the Friedkins to work diligently to restore the club’s fortunes.
Everton’s move to their new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium at the start of next season adds pressure, as relegation to the Championship would be deeply embarrassing.
Currently sitting 16th in the Premier League table, the Blues face daunting matches against Chelsea and Manchester City.
While the absence of debt is an encouraging sign, mismanagement by The Friedkin Group could risk plunging the club into another financial and sporting crisis.
Everton fans approach this new chapter with cautious optimism, hoping the Friedkins will bring much-needed stability and progress.
