Cliftonville Football Club Approves Takeover by Toronto Investment Group

Cliftonville Football Club members have approved a takeover bid from the Toronto Investment Group, a Canadian-led consortium including former player Conor Devine, following an Extraordinary General Meeting. The deal is expected to enable the club to move to a full-time professional model and invest in improvements to their Solitude stadium. Legal teams from both sides will now finalize the transaction, with the new investors expressing their commitment to respecting the club’s history and enhancing its community impact. Cliftonville's manager, Jim Magilton, welcomed the prospect of increased investment, noting that it could help the team be more competitive in the league and transfer market. The decision comes after extensive discussions and member briefings, reflecting careful consideration of the club’s future direction.