The Premier League is absorbed by money from the United States

the Friedkin The group completed the purchase of Everton on Thursday, becoming the 10th American owner of a first division equipment.

This group, which already has Romawill pay around 400 million pounds (486 million euros) take over the majority shareholding of the club, which until Thursday was in the hands of Farhad Moshiria billionaire Iranian businessman.

Moshiri, who previously held shares in Arsenal, bought 49% of Everton in 2016, in a deal with the Russian businessman Usmanovand had to expand the purchase to 94% in 2022, after Usmanov had to sell his part due to the war against Ukraine. Friedkin reached an agreement with Moshiri on September 23 and was awaiting testing from Premier League owners and management.

The Premier League has approved the purchase of 98.8% of Everton by the Friedkin group, once the owners and management test has been passed. “Once approved by the board, it was also approved by an independent panel,” the Premier League said in a statement.

Friedkin's letter

Dan Friedkin, owner of the company, will be the president of the club and in a letter to fans he stated that it is “an immense pride” belonging to one of the most historic clubs in English football.

“Everton represents a proud heritage and it is an honor to be part of this great club. We understand the vital role Everton plays in the local community and in the lives of fans here and around the world. We are fully committed to honoring this legacy and contributing positively to the economy, community and people of this great city.

Everton, which has not been relegated from the top flight since the 1953-54 season, is 16th in the table and has been flirting with the lower reaches of the table for several years.Last season they survived despite receiving an eight-point penalty. due to financial problems.