Amit Bhatia confirms his consortium, backed by Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin, has acquired a 30% stake in Liverpool FC in a deal valuing the

A consortium containing Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin is buying a minority stake in Premier League club Liverpool.

The investment by three of the wealthiest people on the planet values Liverpool at a record price in a soccer club transaction.

A consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has bought a minority stake in Liverpool. Fenway Sports Group will retain majority control and operational leadership of the club.…