FSG Update: Liverpool Owners Approached Over £750m Takeover Opportunity in Europe

Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) have been approached with a major opportunity to enter the basketball market by launching an NBA team in Europe, valued at around £750m ($950m). This development comes amid ongoing discussions about FSG's broader investment strategies beyond Anfield.

The proposal involves establishing a new NBA franchise on the continent, marking a significant expansion for the league amid growing global interest in basketball. According to reports, FSG—known for their ownership of Liverpool FC since 2010—has been sounded out by NBA officials and potential European partners. The venture would require substantial upfront investment, estimated at £750m, to cover franchise fees, infrastructure, and operational costs.[6]

FSG's interest in multi-club models and international diversification has been evident, with recent speculation linking them to other European football opportunities. Finance expert Kieran Maguire has commented on FSG's financial acumen, noting their transformation of Liverpool from a £300m acquisition into a global powerhouse potentially worth £10bn. He suggested FSG would entertain "delusional money" offers for Liverpool itself, such as from sovereign wealth funds, but emphasized the club's status as their flagship asset.[1]

This NBA approach aligns with FSG's portfolio expansion, including stakes in MLB's Boston Red Sox and NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins. While no formal bid has been confirmed, sources indicate preliminary talks have occurred, with Europe eyed for its burgeoning basketball fanbase in markets like Spain, France, and Germany. Liverpool fans, already vocal about FSG's January 2026 transfer conservatism, may view this as a sign of divided focus.[2][4]

FSG remains committed to Liverpool, pursuing ambitions like Premier League reduction to 16 teams for financial sustainability, per Maguire.[5] The NBA opportunity represents a high-stakes pivot, potentially reshaping FSG's global sports empire without divesting Anfield.

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