Michael Edwards quits as football chief for Liverpool’s owner Fenway Sports Group
Michael Edwards has resigned as the chief executive of football for Fenway Sports Group, the owners of Liverpool FC. His departure follows the company's decision to abandon plans to acquire a second football club, a project he was brought back to oversee.
Why it matters
This marks a significant leadership change for a major global sports ownership group, potentially signaling a shift in their long-term multi-club investment strategy.
Michael Edwards was enticed back to Liverpool in March 2024 to oversee the transition from the Jürgen Klopp era. Michael Edwards was enticed back to Liverpool in March 2024 to oversee the transition from the Jürgen Klopp era. Liverpool Michael Edwards quits as football chief for Liverpool’s owner Fenway Sports Group Edwards’ move linked to multi-club plan being shelved
Sporting director Hughes may also leave in September
Prefer the Guardian on Google Michael Edwards has quit as chief executive of football for Liverpool’s owner, Fenway Sports Group . The hugely influential Edwards informed FSG in autumn 2025 of his intention to step down once he felt plans for Liverpool’s future were in place. FSG confirmed his exit on Friday, having wanted him to stay.
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