There’s been a lot of talk about Premier League football clubs, and their ownership, in recent weeks, with controversy surrounding the likes of Chelsea and Newcastle United.
However, a quick scroll through Twitter will also prove that there are still some Liverpool supporters who are not happy with Fenway Sports Group, particularly when it comes to investment.
Whilst some fans may not always be happy with the perceived lack of investment in Liverpool’s playing squad, what is often overlooked is the investments made in the infrastructure of the club.
FSG have overseen the development of the new Main Stand at Anfield, the state of the art AXA Training Centre in Kirkby and the work to extend the Anfield Road End stand is underway.
The Redmen TV were invited down to Anfield to speak to Liverpool’s Managing Director Andy Hughes about the project, plus the previous two infrastructure investment, and we asked him what they say about FSG’s commitment to Liverpool FC.
He said:
“These are major investments in the long term future of the club. I think with the three projects, we’ll have invested over £250m in the future of the club. I think it’s an enormous statement.”
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FSG have made mistakes in the past, that’s undeniable. The Super League fiasco is the most recent example. However, any claims that they do not invest in the club are nonsense. Over £250m worth of investment in infrastructure is worth celebrating, especially as it has already allowed more tickets to be sold at Anfield, and will do the same in the future as 7000 extra people will be able to attend every game of the 2023/24 season when the new stand is built.
The AXA training facility is also a huge step forward for Liverpool, one that will benefit the club for years to come. Liverpool continue to be successful on the pitch and away from it too. That should delight the club’s loyal fanbase.
