Opinion: Elon Musk buying Everton would be the wrong kind of new beginning

Writing for Read Everton, Gary Gowers argues that Elon Musk would be the wrong choice to take over Everton, despite online speculation following The Friedkin Group putting the club up for sale. While former player Michael Ball suggested Musk as a buyer and Everton reportedly carry an £800m valuation, Gowers stresses there is no credible evidence suggesting Musk has made an approach.

The writer contends that wealth alone should not determine ownership, noting that Everton require a custodian who respects the club's community-focused identity and culture. Pointing to Musk's overt political activities and use of social media platform X, Gowers emphasizes that supporters should carefully scrutinize any future owner's values rather than focusing solely on financial power.