By Francis Onyach - Reporter
USA, July 22, 2026 - Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has been approached to join a consortium that is in active discussions to acquire a significant minority stake in Liverpool Football Club, according to reports from Sky News, The Guardian, and the Financial Times.
The proposed investment group is being led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia, the former co-owner of Queens Park Rangers, and is pursuing the purchase of approximately 30 percent of Liverpool from current owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG). If completed, the transaction would value the Premier League champions at around £4.5 billion ($6 billion), making Liverpool one of the most valuable football clubs in the world.
Although Bezos has been approached about joining the investment group, there is no indication that he has agreed to participate.
Multiple reports state that discussions are at an early stage, with Bhatia's consortium continuing to seek additional financial backing. Sources familiar with the negotiations have suggested that, if Bezos joins the consortium, he would receive an equity stake in Liverpool as part of the proposed investment.
At this stage, neither Bezos nor his representatives have publicly commented on the reports.
Fenway Sports Group Confirms Interest#
Unlike many takeover stories that remain speculative, Liverpool's owners have confirmed that discussions are taking place.
In a statement, Fenway Sports Group acknowledged receiving an expression of interest from Bhatia's investment consortium.
The club's ownership group said:
"An investment consortium led, managed and represented by Amit Bhatia has expressed interest in making a strategic minority investment in Liverpool Football Club."
However, FSG did not indicate that an agreement has been reached or that a deal is imminent.
The proposed investment is being spearheaded by Amit Bhatia, a businessman best known for his previous role as vice-chairman and co-owner of Queens Park Rangers.
To facilitate the Liverpool bid, Bhatia has transferred his ownership interest in QPR to fellow shareholder Ruben Gnanalingam, removing a potential conflict of interest that would arise from holding stakes in two English football clubs.
The consortium also has financial backing from the family of Indian steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, Bhatia's father-in-law. The Mittal family is among the wealthiest in the world and has expanded its investments across multiple sports in recent years.
Why Bezos?#
Jeff Bezos has long been linked with major sports investments.
Over the past decade, the Amazon founder explored potential bids for NFL franchises, including the Washington Commanders and the Seattle Seahawks, but no purchase materialized.
His possible involvement in Liverpool would represent his first investment in a major European football club.
The move would also align with Amazon's growing presence in sports broadcasting. Under Bezos' leadership, Amazon invested heavily in live sports rights, including Premier League matches in the United Kingdom and Champions League broadcasts in several European markets.
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Why Liverpool Is Attracting Investors#
Liverpool's commercial value has increased dramatically since Fenway Sports Group acquired the club in 2010 for approximately £300 million.
During FSG's ownership, Liverpool have enjoyed one of the most successful periods in their history, winning:
- Premier League titles
- UEFA Champions League
- FA Cup
- League Cup
- FIFA Club World Cup
- UEFA Super Cup
The club has also undergone significant infrastructure development, including the expansion of Anfield and growth in global commercial partnerships. These achievements have contributed to Liverpool's valuation rising to around £4.5 billion ($6 billion)
The latest talks do not signal a complete change of ownership.
Instead, FSG are exploring the sale of a minority stake, allowing the group to raise additional capital while maintaining overall control of the club.
This follows a similar move in 2023, when FSG sold a small minority share to U.S.-based private equity firm Dynasty Equity to support infrastructure projects and strengthen Liverpool's financial position.
A minority investment from Bhatia's consortium would provide further capital without altering the club's day-to-day ownership structure.
No Deal Has Been Finalized#
Despite growing speculation, several important points remain unchanged:
- No agreement has been signed between FSG and the consortium.
- Jeff Bezos has not confirmed he will join the investment group.
- Discussions remain ongoing, with funding and ownership structures still being negotiated.
- FSG have confirmed the consortium's interest but have not announced any completed transaction.
The coming weeks are expected to determine whether the consortium can assemble the necessary financing to complete its proposed investment.
Should Jeff Bezos decide to participate, the deal would instantly become one of the highest-profile investments in football history, bringing one of the world's wealthiest entrepreneurs into Premier League ownership.
For now, however, the situation remains exactly that: advanced talks rather than a completed deal. Liverpool's owners have acknowledged the consortium's interest, but negotiations are continuing, and there is no guarantee that Bezos will ultimately become part of the investment group.