Tim Sherwood has questioned whether Michael Edwards 'saw something in the pipeline' regarding Fenway Sports Group's reported decision to sell Liverpool.
The former Reds sporting director left his role at the end of last last season after a decade on Merseyside, citing a desire to spend more time with his family as one of the deciding factors. Julian Ward took over and proved instrumental in the summer signings of Darwin Nunez, Calvin Ramsay and Fabio Carvalho.
Earlier this week, the Athletic reported that FSG had prepared a sales presentation and retained Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley as they looked to sell the club. The American owners released a statement explaining how they are looking for investment, but have had the entire club valued, leading to uncertainty as to their stance.
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Speaking on Sky Sports, Sherwood praised FSG for their 'wonderful' impact on the club over the last 12 years, but implied that Edwards 'strange' exit may have been the result of knowing what was on the horizon.
“I think Fenway group have done fantastic since they have been there,” said Sherwood. “They have brought success to the club as well. Built a structure as well.
“I thought it was strange when Michael Edwards, the Sporting Director, left that club. Perhaps he saw something in the pipeline. They have been wonderful to the club. They managed to get a manager like Jurgen Klopp through the door and bring them success.
“Sometimes it’s the better devil you know than the devil you don’t. You never know who is going to come in. I am sure they are looking at the best interest of the football club, in terms of who they will sell to. But do you do that? Or is it a case of who wants to pay you the most money? Once you sell, then you are out of it, anyway.”
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