Everton deal 'could be announced next week' - expert
Everton prospective owner Dan Friedkin is likely to see his takeover deal approved by the Premier League next week after “rumours” have emerged.
That is the view of finance expert Stefan Borson, who exclusively told Football Insider it would make sense to have the deal concluded before the New Year rather than let the situation drag on for longer.
Everton confirmed in September The Friedkin Group (TFG) has reached an agreement to purchase owner Farhad Moshiri’s 94.1 per cent stake in the club.
Friedkin, who is the chairman and CEO of Texas-based TFG, is currently waiting to receive regulatory approval from the Premier League, the FA and the Financial Conduct Authority before he can finalise the takeover.
Football Insider revealed on 12 November the American billionaire is still on course to complete the takeover before the end of December.
Sean Dyche’s side currently sit 15th in the Premier League table, five points above the relegation zone.
Dan Friedkin set to receive Everton takeover approval
Borson believes Friedkin is now on the verge of receiving the necessary approval to complete his takeover at Goodison Park.
“I think it is starting to come to a head at Everton,” Borson told Football Insider.
“I think the deal could be announced next week.
“There were a couple of rumours that I saw last night that seem to suggest that we are quite close to getting the approval of Friedkin.
“I think it would make sense from a Premier League perspective to try and get it out before Christmas and off their desks before the New Year rather than letting it drag, so watch this space.”
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