Everton are facing a critical juncture in their storied history as they grapple with significant financial challenges and an uncertain ownership future. Football Insider revealed that the club may need to secure a new lender for the debt owed to the Friedkin Group; especially if a takeover isn’t completed before the end of the upcoming season.
The Friedkin Group, led by Dan Friedkin, entered into an exclusivity agreement with Everton‘s current owner, Farhad Moshiri, in June. This agreement was to acquire Moshiri’s 94.1% stake in the club. However, concerns related to the loan by the former prospective owner, 777 Partners, have been a significant stumbling block; ultimately leading to the collapse of the deal.
The Texas-based Friedkin Group has been instrumental in providing financial support to the Toffees. This includes a $256 million loan used to repay MSP Sports Capital, another firm that previously attempted to acquire Everton. The loan also provided working capital essential for completing the new stadium development at Bramley-Moore Dock. The club owner, Blue Heaven Holdings, and the new stadium will serve as collateral for the financing.
Under the terms of the loan agreement, Friedkin could potentially seize control of these assets if the debt remains unpaid by the end of the upcoming season. However, the report claims that Moshiri is “highly unlikely” to sell or find a new lender willing to take over the debt in the next nine months.
Aftermath of deal collapse
Despite the failed takeover, the relationship between Everton and Friedkin remains intact. The English side acknowledged Friedkin’s crucial role in enabling the new stadium to be built in a statement confirming the end of takeover talks. Thus, the American group will continue to be a lender to the club.
Friedkin pulled out of talks to buy the Merseyside club due to their debts
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-08-03 19:55:18
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