Monday briefing: Friedkin Group open to selling Everton majority stake

The Friedkin Group (TFG) is open to selling its controlling stake in Everton FC as it seeks external investment, the club confirmed in a statement on Friday.

In September it was reported that the American owners were seeking strategic investors through a minority sale, but a sale of TFG’s majority stake is now also being considered, although the group is prepared to continue supporting Everton until suitable buyers emerge.

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