Everton takeover could hinge on thrashing out terms with two superfans who ploughed in 80m

TWO ‘superfans’ who put £80million into Everton could hold the key to the club’s takeover.

Miami-based 777 Partners want to broker a deal with Andy Bell and George Downing as they attempt to trim costs involved in buying the club and building the new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium.

The pair invested heavily when they were working with previous bidders MSP Capital and cash was needed for the project.

Now 777 are hoping Bell and Downing join them rather than have to pay back any money.

Early signs are that it will be a tough deal to broker, especially as there are still hurdles for 777 to address.

They have been trying to close the deal for weeks but the details around the funding of the club and ground means there is a lot of work to be done.

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The prospective owners have already invested in several clubs around the world.

However, concerns have arisen over their ownership of Brazilian club Vasco da Gama.

According to reports, the club were hit with a transfer ban by Fifa last month due to unpaid debts to three different teams.

777 had been due to provide funding to Vasco to pay their debts, only for the payment to be delayed.

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As for The Toffees, Everton are currently 16th in the Premier League after eight matches.

Sean Dyche's side have won twice in the league so far this season including against Bournemouth in their last match.

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