Everton sale may be close

William Hill Betting are reporting that a sale of Everton FC may be close to being agreed.   The relatively complex ownership structure of the club might mean that a sale could take some time to complete.

William Hill Betting are reporting that a sale of Everton FC may be close to being agreed.   The relatively complex ownership structure of the club might mean that a sale could take some time to complete.

In December the Blues have given a six-week period of exclusivity to a consortium led by John Jay Moores and Charles Noell’s group to check over their books.   However, other potential purchasers were also said to be in the frame.

Everton have signed a non-disclosure agreement – standard practice in such deals – so have not been commenting on the potential takeover by the consortium that has partners on both sides of the Atlantic.