Roger Hampel
Photo Credit: Everton
Everton Football Club has officially embarked on a transformative chapter following its acquisition by Roundhouse Capital Holdings Limited (Roundhouse), a subsidiary of The Friedkin Group (TFG). The deal marks a significant milestone for the Merseyside club, as the agreement between Farhad Moshiri’s Blue Heaven Holdings (BHH) and Roundhouse was finalized with the necessary approvals from major football and financial authorities, including the Premier League, Football Association, and Financial Conduct Authority.
The Friedkin Group’s Vision for Everton
Dan Friedkin, Chairman and CEO of The Friedkin Group, along with the newly appointed Executive Chairman Marc Watts, has set an ambitious roadmap for Everton Football Club. The strategy revolves around financial stability, competitive performance, and community engagement. According to Marc Watts:
"Today marks a momentous and proud occasion for The Friedkin Group as we become custodians of this iconic football club. Providing immediate financial stability has been a key priority, and we are delighted to have achieved this. While restoring Everton to its rightful place in the Premier League table will take time, today is the first step in that journey."
Key Priorities for Everton’s Future
Under the stewardship of The Friedkin Group, Everton’s future is rooted in sustainability and success. Their comprehensive vision includes:
• Strengthening the Men’s First Team: Thoughtful and strategic investments aim to enhance the squad’s competitiveness and performance in the Premier League.
• Nurturing Youth Talent: A renewed emphasis on Everton’s Academy seeks to cultivate homegrown superstars, aligning with the Club’s proud history of developing young talent.
• Expanding Women’s Football: A distinct commercial and on-pitch strategy is set to elevate the women’s team to new heights.
• Honoring Traditions: Respecting Everton’s deep-rooted heritage remains a cornerstone of the new ownership’s approach.
• Maximizing the New Stadium: Long-term partnerships and events at the iconic new stadium aim to benefit both the Club and the city of Liverpool.
• Community Connection: Strengthening Everton’s ties with fans and local communities is a fundamental aspect of the Group’s plans.
Farhad Moshiri Reflects on His Tenure
Farhad Moshiri, the outgoing majority shareholder, expressed confidence in the Club’s future under The Friedkin Group’s leadership:
"Despite a challenging geopolitical backdrop, a significant amount has been achieved over the last couple of years, including the delivery of a new sporting department, financial stabilization, and the development of our iconic new stadium. I now hand over to the new owners confident in the outlook for the Club and that our incredible fans will see the success on the pitch that they so thoroughly deserve."
A Financially Stable Path Forward
Ahead of the acquisition, Everton undertook proactive measures to comply with the Premier League’s updated shareholder loan regulations. This included converting outstanding debts owed to BHH into equity and increasing the Club’s share capital to facilitate new equity investment from Roundhouse. These steps have fortified Everton’s financial foundation, enabling the Club to focus on sustainable growth.
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