Off the PitchBBC SportUnverified source· 7 Sept 2026
Shrewsbury takeover approved by regulators
After a long saga, Shrewsbury's sale to an American group gets the green light.
Shrewsbury
team
Who
American consortium
What
Takeover approved
When
Monday
Where
League Two club
What happened. Shrewsbury Town received written confirmation from the IFR and EFL that the American consortium's takeover has been approved.
- New owners to be announced later.
- Chairman Roland Wycherley put club up for sale in 2024.
- Fans had sent open letter demanding answers.
“Now the regulatory processes have been successfully completed and approved, we move towards finalising the remaining documentation.”
— Club statement
The club will finalize documentation and announce new owners soon.
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