Fenway Sports Group has officially announced a deal to sell a minority stake in Liverpool FC to a high profile consortium known as 1892 Holdings. The group is led by Amit Bhatia and includes several heavy hitters from the worlds of tech and finance, most notably Amazon founder Jeff Bezos through the K5 Sports fund, along with the Mittal Family Trusts and the family office of WhatsApp co founders Elaine and Eduardo Saverin. This move represents a calculated effort to bring fresh capital and diverse expertise into the fold without shifting the core power structure at Anfield.
Despite the arrival of these new partners, FSG will maintain majority ownership and full operational control over the club’s daily activities. According to FSG President Mike Gordon, the decision was driven by a desire to align with investors who share the organization’s commitment to long term sustainability rather than short term gains. He noted that the prestige of Liverpool continues to attract globally respected business leaders who appreciate the unique culture surrounding the club.
For Amit Bhatia and his associates, the investment is seen as an opportunity to support one of football’s most storied institutions during a period of continued evolution. Speaking on behalf of 1892 Holdings, Bhatia expressed deep admiration for what FSG has accomplished since taking over and described being welcomed as a partner in such a prestigious club as a huge privilege. The consortium intends to collaborate with current leadership to identify new ways to improve both on field performance and off field commercial growth.
The complex financial arrangement was facilitated by Corestone Capital Advisors and supported by a wide array of legal firms including Allen Overy Shearman Sterling and Latham & Watkins. While all agreements have been signed, the final completion of the transaction remains subject to standard regulatory approvals. Once finalized, this infusion of global business acumen is expected to help Liverpool navigate an increasingly competitive sporting landscape while staying true to its historical roots.