Liverpool owners' net worth soars by $300M as new billionaires list published

John W. Henry, Tom Werner and LeBron James feature on the Forbes Billionaires List, with the FSG contingent adding a combined $300M to their net worth in the past year

John Henry, principle owner of Liverpool FC, and his wife, Linda Pizzuti, with the Premier League trophy.(Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Like many Premier League clubs, Liverpool's owners possess the kind of wealth that earns them spots on annual rich lists.

And that's only part of the tale, with three members of the Reds' ownership group adding a combined $300 million (£225 million) to their net worth over the past year.

Since 2010, the club has been under the stewardship of Fenway Sports Group, with the American entity overseeing two Premier League titles and a Champions League victory in the decade and a half since they took the reins. High-profile minority stakeholders, including NBA legend LeBron James, have also come on board during this period.

The annual Forbes Billionaires List offers a glimpse into the fortunes of the world's richest individuals. As expected, the list includes several names familiar to football enthusiasts — including three with ties to Liverpool.

This year, FSG's John W. Henry and Tom Werner, along with minority stakeholder James, represent the club.

Henry's wealth has increased by $200M (£150M) to $5.7BN (£4.2BN), James' fortune has grown by $100M (£75M) to $1.4BN (£1BN), and Werner's figure remains steady at $2BN (£1.5BN). This totals nearly £7BN collectively amongst the trio.

FSG bosses Tom Werner, Mike Gordon and John Henry pose with the Premier League trophy after Liverpool were crowned the champions in May(Image: Carl Recine/Getty Images)

"James has earned upwards of $500M in pre-tax salary from stints with the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers, the Miami Heat and his current team, the Los Angeles Lakers," Forbes' profile of the 41-year-old athlete states.

"He has also raked in more than $1 billion (pretax) off the court, according to Forbes estimates, from his business ventures and endorsement deals with the likes of PepsiCo, Nike and Beats by Dre."

Last May, Liverpool was valued at an enormous $5.6BN (£4.2BN). The owners were closing in on 15 years of ownership at the time and they released a statement marking that milestone later in the year.

"Liverpool Football Club means so much to so many people, and that's something we've always been conscious of," part of the extensive statement read.

"This club is part of the fabric of the city and far beyond it. It connects generations and communities in a way that is truly special. Being part of that story is a privilege, and it brings a responsibility we never take for granted.

"Today is a day to look back with gratitude. But it's also a reminder that our work isn't done. There's still so much more ahead of us - more to achieve, more to win, and more memories to make, together.

"And to you, our supporters — on behalf of everyone at Fenway Sports Group — thank you.

"Thank you for welcoming us, for believing in this team through every high and low, for telling us when we've fallen short, and for showing the world what it truly means to be part of Liverpool Football Club. You'll Never Walk Alone."