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Liverpool FC & Elon Musk Media Manipulation, GMB - Errol Musk reveals all to Andrew Eborn

You’re never walk Elon

• Elon Musk's Interest in Liverpool: Errol Musk claims his son, Elon Musk, is interested in buying Liverpool FC.
• Current Ownership: Liverpool is owned by Fenway Sports Group (FSG), which acquired the club in 2010. FSG has previously sought external investment but not a full sale.
• Family Connection: The Musk family has ties to Liverpool, as Elon's grandmother was born there, and they have connections with the Beatles.
• Club Valuation: Forbes valued Liverpool at £4.3bn in May, a small fraction of Musk's estimated net worth of £343bn.
• FSG Criticism: Some fans criticize FSG for insufficient squad investment. The club reported a £9m pre-tax loss last year.
• Financial Challenges: A season without Champions League football may further strain the club's finances.
• FSG's Stance: FSG has consistently denied plans for a full sale, with John W. Henry dismissing rumors in February 2023.

Media
Speaking to LBC’s Tom Swarbrick, Errol Musk told people who didn't like what his son was saying to "tell him to get lost".

Tommy Robinson a stronger man than Nigel Farage


ITV Good Morning Britain Interview Incident:
• Interview Details:
o Susanna Reid and Ed Balls hosted Good Morning Britain on January 8, 2025.
o Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk, appeared via video link from Cape Town.
o Discussion initially centered on Errol’s contact with Elon Musk and Elon’s fallout with Nigel Farage.
• Abrupt End to Interview:
o The interview veered off-topic, with Errol Musk comparing Tommy Robinson to Nelson Mandela and discussing a referendum in Canada.
o Susanna Reid interrupted, stating the conversation had “drifted” and thanked Errol before cutting the interview short.
o Reid addressed viewers, expressing discomfort with the shift away from the show’s core issues.
• Reactions During the Show:
o Reid appeared tense, shuffling papers and rolling her eyes, while Ed Balls made a lighthearted comment about “relative innocence.”
o Reid moved on quickly to the next segment.
• Public Reaction:
o Viewers criticized the decision to feature Errol Musk, questioning the relevance of his appearance.
o Comments on social media (X/Twitter) expressed confusion and frustration about giving him airtime.
o Fans were particularly upset about Errol’s controversial remarks, such as equating Nelson Mandela and Tommy Robinson.