Elon Musk is reportedly considering a high-profile takeover of Liverpool Football Club, according to his father, Errol Musk.
The 53-year-old billionaire, who leads Tesla and X, boasts an astonishing net worth of £340 billion, making him the richest person in the world.
Musk, whose family has ties to Merseyside, is said to be interested in investing a portion of his vast fortune into the Premier League giants.
Speaking on Times Radio, Errol Musk was asked whether his son intends to purchase Liverpool. He responded, “I can’t comment on that—they’ll raise the price!” He further confirmed that while Musk has expressed interest, it doesn’t necessarily mean he is actively pursuing a deal.
Errol added, “He would like to, yes. Anybody would. His grandmother was born in Liverpool, and we have relatives there. We’ve also had connections to The Beatles through family ties, so there’s a personal attachment to Liverpool.”
Currently owned by Fenway Sports Group (FSG) since 2010, Liverpool was valued at £4.3 billion in a 2023 Forbes report, ranking as the fourth most valuable football club in the world. FSG sold a minority stake to U.S. investment firm Dynasty Equity in September 2023 to address financial challenges, including debts from the pandemic and Anfield’s redevelopment. FSG President Mike Gordon stated at the time that they remain committed to Liverpool’s long-term growth and are open to suitable investment partners.
If Musk were to acquire Liverpool, his immense wealth—roughly 80 times the club’s valuation—would make him the second-richest owner in the Premier League, behind Newcastle United’s Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund. Despite the speculation, a takeover seems unlikely for now, with Liverpool officials maintaining that any investments must align with the club’s goals.
Elon Musk has a history of playful remarks about football, including joking about buying Manchester United. He is also a known sports enthusiast, frequently attending UFC events and Formula 1 races. However, whether his interest in Liverpool materializes into a formal bid remains to be seen.
