FSG Sells Minority Stake to Bezos-Backed Consortium 1892 Holdings

Fenway Sports Group have brought a heavyweight new partner into Liverpool’s boardroom, sealing a definitive agreement to sell a minority stake in the club to newly formed investment vehicle 1892 Holdings.

The consortium is led by Amit Bhatia and pulls together serious financial and strategic muscle from across global business, technology and investment. At the heart of it sits major backing from the Mittal Family Trusts and K5 Sports – with Jeff Bezos installed as lead investor in the K5 Sports fund. EE Capital, the family office of Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin and Elaine Saverin, has also joined the deal.

This is not a takeover. FSG will continue to hold majority ownership and keep operational control of Liverpool. The move is designed as an injection of capital and expertise to fuel the club’s long-term growth, on the pitch and commercially, rather than a change of regime.

The new partners are expected to work closely with FSG and Liverpool’s existing leadership team, searching for fresh ways to strengthen the Premier League club’s global position and competitive edge.

“Liverpool has always been built by thinking beyond one season and making decisions with the club’s long-term interests in mind,” said FSG president Mike Gordon. “That approach continues to attract interest from respected investors and business leaders around the world.”

Gordon stressed that Bhatia’s group fits the existing model at Anfield rather than rewriting it. “As we considered this opportunity, it became clear that Amit and the consortium shared our long-term philosophy and appreciation for what makes Liverpool special,” he explained. “Their experience and perspective will complement the strong foundation already in place, and we look forward to working together.”

Bhatia, speaking on behalf of 1892 Holdings, underlined the significance of the step for his consortium. “We are incredibly proud to be investing in Liverpool Football Club and to be doing so alongside FSG,” he said. “We have the utmost respect and admiration for FSG as owners and for everything they have achieved at Anfield.”

Behind the scenes, Corestone Capital Advisors played a central role in bringing the parties together. Legal and advisory heavyweights including Allen Overy Shearman Sterling LLP and Deloitte were drafted in to structure what is described as a complex, high-profile transaction.

The deal is not quite over the line yet. Final completion still depends on the usual regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. Once those hurdles are cleared, 1892 Holdings will formally take up its seat at the table, and a new phase of Liverpool’s modern era will begin with fresh capital, fresh voices – and FSG still firmly in charge.