The Friedkin Group, which assumed control of Everton Football Club in December 2024, has officially announced that it is exploring new investment options for the club. Among these options is the potential sale of a controlling interest. The decision marks a significant development for the club, which had previously undergone a period of instability under former owner Farhad Moshiri.

In a statement released on Friday, the ownership group suggested that the time is appropriate to consider the next chapter for the club. The Friedkin Group noted that when they first became custodians of Everton, the organization was grappling with substantial financial uncertainty and various challenges both on and off the pitch. While the group has confirmed they are looking into a sale, they framed the move as part of a broader search for new investment opportunities. There is no immediate indication of a timeline for a potential transaction or who any prospective buyers might be. The announcement has been met with attention from the sporting press, given the short duration of the current ownership's tenure.