World renowned mixed martial arts star Conor McGregor has stated that he “would love” to buy Liverpool.
Monday saw Fenway Sports Group release a statement confirming they are open to major investment into the club. This has led to increased speculation that they have “put Liverpool up for sale”.
FSG have owned the club for 12 years, after completing a £300million takeover from Tom Hicks and George Gillett in October 2010. Influential American finance outlet Forbes currently value the club in the region of £3.5billion.
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McGregor, who grew up near Dublin in Ireland, has become a global celebrity following his performances in MMA, and is known to be a Manchester United fan. The 34-year-old has been out of UFC action since breaking his leg in a defeat to Dustin Poirier last July, but is currently undertaking a rehabilitation programme with a view to a return in 2023.
Replying to a Twitter user, who had suggested that he ‘buy’ Liverpool, McGregor has expressed his desire to complete a purchase of the club.
McGregor wrote: “I would love it! I requested my information on this, yes.
“Soon as I heard. What a turn of events! What a club!”
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