The Friedkin Group reached an agreement with Farhad Moshiri to purchase a majority stake in Everton on Monday night
The Friedkin Group insist they are fully invested in AS Roma and the Italian side “remains at the heart of our football ambitions” despite striking a deal to purchase a majority stake in Everton on Monday afternoon.
US billionaire Dan Friedkin had initially ended talks with the Blues in July after a period of exclusivity, but on Monday saw the deal resurrected as he agreed a deal to buy Farhad Moshiri’s 94.1% stake in the club through his Blue Heaven Holdings. Should the takeover be approved by the various Premier League and Football Association tests owners must comply with then Everton will be the second football club the Friedkin Group have purchased following the 2020 acquisition of Roma.
However, the Friedkin Group – who led the Italians to Conference League glory under Jose Mourinho in 2022 – have insisted that their commitment to matters at the Stadio Olimpico will be unaffected by the prospective acquisition of Everton. “Football is admired around the world as the beautiful game. Each match is filled with passion, excitement and unpredictability – and that’s why we love it,” read a statement from Dan and Ryan Friedkin on Monday night.
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“But beyond the results on the pitch, our responsibility as club owners is to make big decisions that we believe are in the best interest of the club, even when they are very difficult to make.
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“The transfer signings this summer marked the beginning of a strategic multi-year project designed to bring AS Roma back to the forefront of European football. As part of this vision, the development of a new stadium, which will honour the club’s deep history, is well underway.
“Let us say this; we have the utmost respect for Daniele and believe he will have a great career as a coach. Maybe even one day back at Roma. The decision to part ways with him was incredibly difficult, but we made it with the belief that it gives us the best opportunity to compete for trophies this season.
“We remain active investors in the sports industry. We love the beautiful game. The potential addition of Everton to our portfolio does not alter our focus on AS Roma. If anything, the multi-club symbiosis will only help Roma.
“Each club in our portfolio operates independently and AS Roma remains at the heart of our football ambitions. Rest assured, our commitment of time, resources, and energy to Roma will not be diminished. Our goal is clear – to see AS Roma consistently compete at the highest levels of European football.
“To our incredible fans, we acknowledge the immense responsibility we bear in leading this historic club. Your unwavering loyalty fuels us as we continue building for the future. We value your voices and want you to know — we hear you. You are the soul of this club, and we are determined to make you proud. Forza Roma.”
The Friedkin Group’s takeover of the Blues could take up to 12 weeks to be ratified by the Premier League and FA, though no issues are expected to arise.
