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da supremo： Everton chief executive Robert Elstone has confirmed that negotiations over the sale of the football club to foreign investors are underway, but he has stressed that it is integral that the Merseysiders find the right buyer to take the club forward.
The Goodison Park outfit have well documented financial constraints currently, and owner Bill Kenwright has been vocal in his desire to find added investment for the side.
The Indian-based Jain Group have been linked with a takeover of the club of late, and Elstone has admitted that negotiations are underway.
“Speculation and football go hand in hand and over the past few weeks there’s been plenty of talk about Everton takeovers and investment,” he told Sky Sports.
“As we’ve said repeatedly there’s been a constant stream of interest and dialogue over a considerable period of time and right at this moment that remains true.
“There are a number of individuals, groups and companies interested in Everton and genuine conversations are taking place about future ownership and future investment.
“Discussions are still at an early stage. What I know to be absolutely the case is the first question asked by us in these discussions is never ‘How much?’ but always ‘What are your thoughts, intentions or plans for Everton’s future?’
“The responsibility to find the right buyer is paramount and not an excuse for ‘not really for sale’, ‘wanting too much for it’ or ‘wanting to stay involved’.
“Such a negative outlook only hinders a painstaking and challenging process made all the more difficult in a recession-hit world.
“I’m tired of saying it but the club is absolutely for sale and has not, and will not fail to be sold because it’s too expensive or comes with onerous conditions.
“We sincerely hope the right buyer, with the right motives, with a commitment to take Everton forward is part of this current dialogue,” he concluded.
Everton’s lack of finances to buy new players is starting to hurt the side, with the Goodison Park faithful become frustrated by the lack of activity in the transfer market.
By Gareth McKnight
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