Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has held talks about joining the Amit Bhatia-fronted consortium that has expressed interest in buying a minority stake in Liverpool FC.
Bezos, one of the world’s richest men, could become part of the group led by British Indian businessman Bhatia, the son-in-law of billionaire steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal. Sky News reported Bezos’ interest but said he is not certain to proceed with the potential plan.
The 62-year-old American is estimated by Forbes to be worth around £192 billion, $257 billion. Liverpool’s owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed on Tuesday Bhatia’s consortium had approached them to discuss buying a minority stake in the 20-time English champions.
Bezos has reportedly explored previous bids for the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks and Washington Commanders but decided against pursuing either deal.
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Bhatia’s interest in the Premier League club came on the same day the 46-year-old stepped down from the board at QPR.
He ended an 18-year association with the English Championship team by transferring his stake to majority owner Ruben Gnanalingam.
In 2023, FSG sold a minority stake in Liverpool to investment firm Dynasty and any deal with Bhatia, should it proceed, is expected to be along similar lines.
According to the Financial Times, a deal with the consortium led by Bhatia would value Liverpool at more than $6 billion.
FSG, which also owns the Boston Red Sox baseball team, bought Liverpool in 2010 for £300 million.
