Liverpool chairman Tom Werner makes ownership vow as FSG faces team sale question

Having pledged their commitment to Liverpool last year for the longer term, owners Fenway Sports Group have addressed speculation that they could sell the Boston Red Sox.

In November 2022, FSG opened themselves up to the possibility of selling the Reds after it emerged a sales deck had been created to present to potential buyers and investors.

The desire to test the water with regards to the valuation of Liverpool, at a time when the values of major European teams, particularly in the Premier League were climbing, and continue to climb, led to some interest in a potential sale before FSG swiftly pivoted to a search for minority investment.

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That search concluded in September of last year when New York-based Dynasty Equity acquired a small, single-digit stake in the club for a sum of around £150m. It was a move that was designed to pay down bank debt that had been accrued through investment in projects such as the AXA Training Centre build, the redevelopment of the Anfield Road End, and the repurchase of Melwood, thus improving cash flow at the club.

Speaking exclusively to the ECHO in March, FSG chief John Henry said that the commitment to the Reds remained “as strong as ever” and re-enforced the position that they weren’t looking to sell the team.

FSG are in growth mode and focused on further expansion. They are expected to soon close on a deal to take equity in the PGA Tour as part of a collective of wealthy investors under the banner of Strategic Sports Group.

After that is completed there will be continued focus on acquiring an NBA expansion franchise