FSG sells minority stake in Liverpool to Amit Bhatia and Jeff Bezos-led consortium

The Fenway Sports Group (FSG), has announced that they have agreed to the sale of a minority equity stake in Liverpool FC to 1892 Holdings, a consortium led and managed by Amit Bhatia, with investments from Amit Bhatia and the Mittal Family Trusts, K5 Sports (a K5 Global Fund), with Jeff Bezos as the lead investor in the K5 Sports fund, and EE Capital, the family office of Elaine and Eduardo Saverin. As per the announcement, the consortium partners will work with FSG to evaluate opportunities to enhance Liverpool’s objectives on and off the pitch.

Amit Bhait is a British-Indian businessman who was the owner and director of English football club Queens Park Rangers between 2007 and 2026. Bhatia is also the son-in-law of steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal. Eduardo Saverin meanwhile is a Brazilian entrepreneur and co-founder of Facebook. 

Mike Gordon, President, FSG, commented,

“Liverpool has always been built by thinking beyond one season and making decisions with the club’s long-term interests in mind. That approach continues to attract interest from respected investors and business leaders around the world. 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. Their experience and perspective will complement the strong foundation already in place, and we look forward to working together.”

Amit Bhatia, 1892 Holdings, said,

“We are incredibly proud to be investing in Liverpool Football Club and to be doing so alongside FSG. We have the utmost respect and admiration for FSG as owners and for everything they have achieved at Anfield. To be welcomed as a partner in a club of this stature is a huge privilege. We are making this investment because we believe deeply in Liverpool and its leadership, and we look forward to supporting the club’s continued success for years to come.”