Was flipping Everton always TFG’s plan?

The Friedkin Group (TFG) has officially announced it is exploring new investment options for Everton, including the potential sale of a controlling interest, less than two years after purchasing the Premier League club. An official club statement released on Friday confirmed that with foundational stability and the new stadium secured, TFG believes the time is right to consider the next chapter and entertain interest from prospective stewards.

Writer Patric Ridge questions whether TFG's ultimate goal was always to flip the club for profit after stabilizing its finances. Ridge argues that while TFG consolidated debt and oversaw the move to Hill Dickinson Stadium, owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin never attended a match, and the writer emphasizes that any potential sale must now be completed swiftly to avoid ongoing uncertainty.