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Everton owners seek sale after toxic relationship with fans
Everton's owners TFG aim to sell club for £750m-£800m after fan backlash over transfer decisions.
In brief
Everton's owners TFG aim to sell club for £750m-£800m after fan backlash over transfer decisions. Everton's owners TFG plan to sell the club for £750m-£800m after alienating fans with transfer decisions. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
Everton owners announce sale
Everton's owners TFG released a 170-word statement saying they are effectively putting the club up for sale.
TFG takeover details
TFG paid more than £400m for a 99.5% share of Everton in December 2024, ending financial crisis.
TFG's absentee ownership
Chairman Dan Friedkin has never attended an Everton match since TFG took over in December 2024.
Manager relationship breakdown
Manager David Moyes has never spoken to chairman Dan Friedkin since returning in January 2025.
Harrison Armstrong transfer
TFG tried to sell teenager Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest for £40m but fans threatened riots.
Financial breach impact
Everton paid Burnley £35m over PSR breach after being found in breach of financial rules.
TFG's sale target
TFG expect to sell Everton for £750m-£800m to cover £468m debts and take advantage of strong US market.
TFG's market strategy
TFG believe US buyers will be interested in Everton due to limited Premier League clubs available for purchase.
Manager's frustration
Manager David Moyes admitted he only learned about Everton's potential sale the same day as the public.
TFG's relationship with fans
TFG's lack of engagement with Everton fans and club has led to growing toxicity in the relationship.
The takeaway
Everton's owners TFG plan to sell the club for £750m-£800m after alienating fans with transfer decisions.
