’Pool takeover moves closer

NEW England Sports Ventures’ takeover of Liverpool moved a significant step closer yesterday after they passed a key Premier League test.

NESV have passed the Premier League’s rules on owners and directors, and although the American company still need to supply full details about proof of funds, they are closing in on securing the club.

High Court action by current owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett next week still stands in the way of the £300million deal going through and NESV, owners of the Boston Red Sox, taking control of Liverpool.