The father of Elon Musk, Errol Musk, recently revealed that his son would be interested in buying Liverpool FC, though he clarified that this does not necessarily mean a purchase would happen. When asked by Times Radio if Elon would want to acquire the club, Errol Musk confirmed, saying, “Oh, yes. But that doesn’t mean he’s buying it. He would like to yes, obviously. Anybody would want to – so would I.” While Errol Musk did not provide further specifics, he noted that the family has a personal connection to the city, which could explain Elon Musk’s interest.
Elon Musk’s father highlighted that Musk’s grandmother was born in Liverpool, and the family still has relatives in the city. He also mentioned that the family had known many of The Beatles, who grew up with members of his family. This familial link to the city adds a deeper dimension to the potential interest Musk may have in the club.
Liverpool FC is currently owned by Fenway Sports Group (FSG), who acquired the club in 2010. FSG has attracted some criticism from Liverpool fans for what some perceive as a lack of sufficient investment in the club’s squad. The club’s most recent financial results revealed a £9 million pre-tax loss, which has contributed to ongoing speculation about FSG’s future at the helm.
In the midst of financial struggles and a potential Champions League absence, FSG has been seeking external investment. However, FSG has publicly stated that it is not actively seeking to sell the club. In February 2023, principal owner John W Henry addressed rumors of a sale by saying, “Will we be in England forever? No. Are we selling LFC? Have we sold anything in the past 20+ years?” Despite this, FSG sold a minority stake in the club to US investment firm Dynasty Equity later that year, with FSG president Mike Gordon reiterating the group’s long-term commitment to Liverpool. The club’s financial results for last season are due next month, with expectations of another financial squeeze due to the lack of Champions League football.
