Liverpool secure minority investment from Dynasty Equity as FSG make statement

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Liverpool owners FSG have agreed a deal with New York-based Dynasty Equity to pay off bank debt

Fenway Sports Group’s search for investment in Liverpool has reached a conclusion, with the Reds owners reaffirming that they are not looking at an exit route from the club.

John W. Henry, FSG chief and Liverpool’s principal owner, had made it clear earlier in the year that the club was not for sale, and the closing of the deal with Dynasty Equity draws a line under the matter, with the ECHO understanding that there is no further search for a minority partner now being conducted and the club is not, and has never been, for sale.

Co-founded and led by Jonathan M. Nelson and K. Don Cornwell, Dynasty Equity is a global sports investment firm focused on acquiring minority interests in sports franchises and other related assets and rights.“We have always said that if there is an investment partner that is right for Liverpool then we would pursue the opportunity to help ensure the club’s long-term financial resiliency and future growth.

 

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