Off the PitchBBC SportUnverified source· 11 Sept 2026
Davidson's Shrewsbury takeover backed by Friedel
American businessman Scott Davidson is set to take over Shrewsbury Town, with former USA goalkeeper Brad Friedel part of the group.
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Who
Scott Davidson
What
Proposed takeover of Shrewsbury Town
When
Expected within weeks
Where
Shrewsbury Town
What happened. Scott Davidson, a Miami-based American businessman, has been cleared by the EFL and the Independent Football Regulator to proceed with a takeover of League Two club Shrewsbury Town. Former USA goalkeeper Brad Friedel is part of the American group and will join the Shrewsbury board.
- Davidson has been a director of Scottish League Two club The Spartans since July 2021.
- The takeover would end 85-year-old chairman Roland Wycherley's three-decade tenure.
- Friedel has played a key supportive role throughout the process.
“one of the most talented and humble people he has ever met”
— Brad Friedel
The deal is expected to be completed within the next few weeks, ending Roland Wycherley's long reign as chairman.
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