Fenway Sports Group (FSG) placed Liverpool in the market more than two months back. They expect a great return on the investment that they had made over a decade ago. FSG saved Liverpool from bankruptcy under the previous ownership. They bought the club for £300m has seen their investment grow in value over time.
Liverpool are valued at close to £4 billion
FSG have been given encouragement over their intention to sell the football club. Sports website Sportico has put a valuation of £3.8 Billion on Liverpool. Placing them only behind Manchester United who are valued at £4.8 billion among the premier league teams. This would boost the chances of FSG earning a significant profit over its purchase in 2010. With the new construction of new training facilities and a new Anfield road stand. Liverpool is an interesting option for billionaires who are looking to invest in sports or football teams around the world.
New owners expected
If reports are to be believed a potential full sale or a majority investment of Liverpool football club is expected to be completed before the start of next season. The latest financial valuation will help FSG to fast-track the process of the sale. It will also help to remove any lingering doubts over the sale and help the team focus exclusively on footballing issues. There has been an interest from various regions of the world from Qatar to America to Saudi Arabia.
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