Where Friedkins stand on possible Staveley-led Everton takeover as contact revealed

Amanda Staveley has been mentioned as a potential contender to take over from the Friedkin Group at Everton

The 53-year-old businesswoman was a minority co-owner in the Premier League before with Newcastle.

Staveley left the Magpies in July 2024, selling her remaining six per cent stake to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and the Reuben family.

Alongside her PCP Capital Partners group, she is understood to have been gathering funds from two separate US private equity firms, with a view to returning to the game.

After the Friedkins announced they were eyeing a full sale, rather than strategic investment, her name inevitably popped up.

A new update has shared what Staveley's feelings on the current situation on Merseyside.

What is the latest on Amanda Staveley and Everton?

Staveley and her PCP Capital group have already held contact with the Toffees.

A report from the i Paper on Friday claims that sources close to the Blues have revealed there has been communication in the last few weeks.

It states though, that source close to the former St James' Park figure have denied any interest in taking over Everton, due to their interest in West Ham.

That means that a potential Staveley-led acquisition is unlikely, leaving the Friedkin's looking elsewhere.

It is understood that two groups have shown their willingness to buy the L3 outfit, with US-based consortiums labelled as most likely to take the reins.

How much could Everton sell for and when could takeover be completed?

Kieran Maguire, the prominent football finance expert, told Goodison News that Everton should be valued at around £800-900million.

The report states that the American business group are looking for £800m, to double their money from when they bought the People's club.

If they are going to get that, they will need a very wealthy set of owners, but it appears that it won't be Staveley and her group.

The former Magpies owner could have a change of heart, but it seems like she is set on taking a piece of the Hammers, rather than going for a new opportunity.

In terms of a potential timeframe, the i Paper's information, a deal could be sorted by New Year, if the buyer can be found quickly.

A more realistic option seems to be early 2027, once potential owners come out of the woodwork and declare their interest.

For now, the likes of Thierno Barry and James Garner will just have to focus on the pitch, and try not to get distracted by the boardroom drama.