FSG’s Getafe Gamble Could Help Liverpool Dominate European Football for Decades to Come

Fenway Sports Group (FSG), the American owners of Liverpool, are edging closer to a deal for Spanish club Getafe — and it could reshape the balance of power in European football.

Talks with Getafe president Ángel Torres are said to centre on a staged takeover rather than an outright purchase, with the LaLiga side valued between £100–135 million. While that figure may seem modest compared to Premier League valuations, the potential benefits for Liverpool could be enormous.

Multi-club ownership has already proven its worth. Manchester City’s City Football Group have turned their global network into a talent pipeline, while Red Bull’s links between Leipzig and Salzburg have delivered remarkable success. For Liverpool, adding Getafe to FSG’s growing empire would open similar doors.

A foothold in Spain would give Liverpool a controlled environment to develop prospects who are not yet ready for Anfield. Young players could earn minutes in one of Europe’s top five leagues, acclimatising to elite football without the intense scrutiny of the Premier League. The appeal also extends to South American talent, where Spanish clubs traditionally enjoy easier access to signings due to language, culture and visa considerations.

Torres’ insistence on staying in charge until Getafe’s stadium redevelopment is complete means this may be a long-term play. But that suits FSG’s cautious approach — and Liverpool stand to benefit from the gradual integration of the Madrid-based club into a broader network.

Critics will point to FSG’s reluctance to match the spending power of rivals. Yet this move isn’t about one-off splurges. It’s about building sustainable advantages. If Liverpool can emulate City’s model, but on their own terms, they could create a talent pathway that ensures success well into the 2030s and beyond.

For rivals, that should be a chilling prospect.