Tuesday briefing: 777 Partners injects additional $50 million into Everton – total funding now above $180 million

The prospective new Everton owner, 777 Partners, has provided the club with a fresh loan of $50 million (£40 million), according to The Athletic.

The latest sum takes the American investment firm’s total cash injection in the Merseyside club so far to more than $180 million (£142 million) after providing a loan worth tens of millions in September.

It is understood the latest boost will not be available for player transfers, but instead will be used for ongoing stadium cost