Top Who Tried To Buy Liverpool?

We’re talking about a time when Liverpool was seeking new ownership. Sheikh Mansour’s father-in-law, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who controlled Dubai International Capital, was rumored to be interested in buying Liverpool. This interest surfaced both in the lead-up to the 2007 takeover by Tom Hicks and George Gillett, and again a year later. However, Liverpool eventually transitioned to new ownership under Fenway Sports Group in 2010.

Let’s delve a bit deeper into the story of Dubai International Capital and its potential purchase of Liverpool. Dubai International Capital was the investment arm of the government of Dubai. It had a reputation for making bold acquisitions across various sectors. The potential purchase of Liverpool was seen as a significant move, reflecting Dubai’s growing global influence and ambition. However, the financial crisis of 2008 heavily impacted Dubai’s economy, causing Dubai International Capital to reassess its investment strategy. This ultimately led to the withdrawal of their interest in buying Liverpool. The timing of the financial crisis was unfortunate for Dubai International Capital, but it paved the way for Fenway Sports Group to step in and become the new owners of Liverpool.