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Investors near deal to buy stake in Liverpool soccer team

The planned transaction would value Fenway Sports Group at $8.0 billion and includes an option to acquire the remaining stake.

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The Wall Street Journal reports that investors are nearing an agreement with Fenway Sports Group on a deal to buy a stake in the Liverpool soccer team.

The reported target valuation is $8.0 billion, with the structure including an option for the investors to acquire the rest of the team.

The discussions are focused on reaching an agreement with Fenway Sports Group, according to the outlet.

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