Everton: 777 Partners’ purchase may face difficulties after a UEFA appeal
France Sports Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera has urged UEFA and other European football leaders to safeguard the sport from the influence of multi-club owners, potentially impacting Everton, as reported by AP.
Oudea-Castera expressed concern that European football could be dominated by a small group of investors, threatening its fundamental principles.
She cited instances of fan protests against American owners of French club Strasbourg and Lyon’s involvement in a multi-club network with Crystal Palace and Molenbeek.
In particular, she highlighted American owner 777 Partners, which has faced legal scrutiny i
n its attempt to add Everton to its portfolio, along with other clubs in Europe.
The potential consequences of this call to action could affect Everton, given 777 Partners’ interest in the club and their involvement with other European teams.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin acknowledged the need for swift action, suggesting possible changes to ownership rules.
Current UEFA regulations prohibit multi-club ownership in their competitions, but Oudea-Castera
emphasized the need for stricter enforcement to prevent circumvention of these rules.
The uncertainty surrounding Everton’s takeover by 777 Partners persists, with concerns
about outside influence potentially influencing the Premier League’s decision on the matter.
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