American-based consortium talking to Everton owner Farhad Moshiri about takeover

Everton owner Farhad Moshiri has held talks with an American-backed consortium over a potential sale of the club (Ian Hodgson/PA)

Everton owner Farhad Moshiri has held talks with an American-based consortium which could result in a takeover of the club.

While negotiations are said to be at an early stage the option of the Iranian-born billionaire relinquishing his control at Goodison Park appears to now be on the table.