Elon Musk’s Father Hints at Son’s Desire to Buy Liverpool FC, Revealing Surprising Family Connection to the City

In an unexpected revelation, Errol Musk, father of Tesla billionaire Elon Musk, has suggested that his son might be interested in purchasing Liverpool FC. Speaking on Times Radio, Errol responded humorously when asked about the possibility, saying, “I can’t comment on that, they’ll raise the price!” He then added, “Oh yes, [he has expressed a desire], but that doesn’t mean he’s buying it.”

While Elon Musk, currently the richest man in the world with a net worth of around $425 billion, is primarily focused on his ventures like Tesla, SpaceX, and his ongoing role in helping Donald Trump prepare for a potential second term in the White House, his father hints that the family’s connection to Liverpool could be more than just business.

Errol continued, “He would like to, yes, obviously. Anybody would want to — so would I!” He went on to highlight the Musk family’s ties to the city, revealing that Elon’s grandmother was born in Liverpool, and that they still have relatives there. Errol also shared a unique cultural link, stating, “We were fortunate to know quite a few of the Beatles because they grew up with some of my family. So, we are attached to Liverpool, you know.”

The speculation about a potential sale of Liverpool FC follows a recent development from September 2023, when the club’s current owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), sold a minority stake to Dynasty Equity, a U.S. investment firm. The move was aimed at helping Liverpool manage the debt accumulated during the pandemic, fund the development of the new Anfield Road stand, the AXA Training Centre, and the repurchase of the historic Melwood training ground.

Mike Gordon, president of FSG, addressed the deal at the time, saying, “Our long-term commitment to Liverpool remains as strong as ever. We have always said that if there is an investment partner that is right for Liverpool then we would pursue the opportunity to help ensure the club’s long-term financial resiliency and future growth.” Gordon also expressed optimism about further strengthening the club’s financial position through the partnership with Dynasty Equity.

Could Elon Musk really be considering an acquisition of the historic club? Only time will tell, but the Musk family’s deep ties to Liverpool certainly add an intriguing twist to the ongoing narrative surrounding the club’s ownership.