Jeff Bezos BUYS stake in Liverpool as Amazon chief teams up with former Premier League owner

AMAZON chief Jeff Bezos has officially bought a stake in Liverpool Football Club. The Reds put the weeks of rumours to bed as they announced the news via a statement this afternooon. Amazon chief Jeff Bezos has officially bought a stake in Liverpool FC Credit: Getty Liverpool announced the news today Credit: Reuters Multi-billionaire Bezos will team up with ex-QPR chief Amit Bhatia, as part of a consortium called “1892 Holdings”. British-Indian millionaire Bhatia, whose father-in-law has a net worth of around £23bn, will also become Liverpool’s vice-chairman. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! The new consortium, which as well as Bezos, has the backing of billionaire Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, will buy a third of the club. Bezos has an estimated net worth of £213BILLION, making him the third-richest person on the planet. And Saverin, who is said to be worth around £25bn, is the wealthiest person in Brazil. Liverpool’s statement read: “The strategic investment supports Liverpool F.C.’s long-term growth ambitions by bringing together experts from across global business, technology, and investment. “The consortium partners will work with FSG and the club’s leadership team to evaluate opportunities that enhance the club’s objectives on and off the pitch. FSG continues to retain majority ownership and operational control of Liverpool F.C. Mike Gordon, FSG President, said: “Liverpool has always been built by thinking beyond one season and making decisions with the club’s long-term interests in mind. Most read in Sport BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS “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.” New vice-chairman, Amit Bhatia, on behalf of 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.” 1 comment1