Farhad Moshiri
Farhad Moshiri owned Everton between 2016 and 2024.
Rahul Lakhani
Thu 15 May 2025 18:10, UK
The Friedkin Group took over Everton in December 2024, and are already making promising developments as they aim to rebuild for the future.
Farhad Moshiri finally sold his stakes after his reign saw disastrous results on and off the pitch, but things are now looking a lot more positive.
Everton have progressed up the table since the takeover and the return of David Moyes as manager, and will now aim to strengthen their squad ahead of an important season.
The Toffees have just one game remaining at the iconic Goodison Park, but there has now been a huge development regarding the future of the old stadium.
David Moyes
David Moyes has enjoyed his return to Everton. (Credit: Imago)
Friedkins scrap massive Moshiri plans at Everton already
Everton have now announced that Goodison Park will remain standing, and will be redeveloped to be used by the Women’s team.
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Under Moshiri, the plan was to demolish the stadium as Everton moved to Bramley-Moore Dock and redevelop the area into the local community.
BBC Sport have now reported that Everton will reconfigure Goodison Park to operate with a slightly lower capacity to operate as the Women’s ground.
Stats Goodison Park Bramley-Moore Dock
Capacity 39,414 52,888
Years open 132 <1
Construction cost £3,000 £750million
Everton are moving stadiums
It is reported that The Friedkins have scrapped plans from Moshiri for a post-demolition project on the site, which would have cost £82million to complete, keeping football instead.
Goodison Park will remain intact to be used by the Women’s team.
Everton’s mixed reaction to Goodison Park news
Many were delighted that Goodison will no longer be demolished, given the history of the ground and its sentimental value, and it will be league-leading for the women’s side to have a purpose-built stadium of that size.
However, Moshiri’s previous plans could have created more housing in the local area. While keeping the stadium open will still create jobs, some may have been in favour of the original proposals.
Some may also believe that football in any capacity still being played at Goodison may take away from the emotions that will come against Southampton when Everton’s first team bid farewell to their ground.
The Friedkin Group clearly believe this route is the better one for the club overall, and the majority of people may be in favour of ditching Moshiri’s plans as the new owners aim to build their own legacy.
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