Everton takeover latest as 777 Partners stance shared ahead of Premier League approval decision
777 Partners remains confident of being given full approval of taking over Everton ahead of an imminent decision, according to the Liverpool Echo.
The Telegraph reported on Thursday (14 February) that the American investment fund is expecting contact from the Premier League this week with regards to a decision, with the FA said to have given its blessing.
There has yet to be any sort of official confirmation, but the Liverpool Echo reports [15 February] that 777 does not expect any further hitches after already putting more than £180m into the club.
777 Partners takeover of Everton surely now on the verge
After months and months of twists and turns, this whole takeover saga is surely now close to being finalised.
The Americans were hopeful a decision would be made one way or another before the end of 2024, yet here we are in mid-February.
If approval is granted before the end of March, that at least gives the club a boost for the final stages of the campaign.
It also means the summer transfer window will not be quite as bleak, as numerous players will no doubt be linked with the exit if no new owners are in place.
Many are still unsure about this takeover, but if it does collapse then it could leave the Toffees in serious trouble. On the basis of these latest reports, though, it does seem as though official confirmation is near.
Only then can focus turn exclusively to matters on the field at Goodison Park.
In other Everton news, Simon Jordan has made a relegation prediction ahead of Crystal Palace’s trip to Goodison Park.
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