Elon Musk's tweet joking about buying Manchester United creates havoc
2 years, 4 months ago

Elon Musk's tweet joking about buying Manchester United creates havoc

India TV News  

Elon Musk caused havoc by tweeting that he was buying the English soccer team Manchester United, then saying several hours later that it was a joke. Musk sent a tweet about his political affiliations and then added in a second tweet: “Also, I'm buying Manchester United ur welcome.” That came as shocking news in the Manchester United world. The post by Musk left Man United fans in awe and Twitter got flooded with sarcasm Man United was arguably the biggest team in world soccer under their manager Alex Ferguson. The Manchester United Supporters' Trust fan group, known as MUST, had condemned the owners following last weekend's match.

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Elon Musk’s father on billionaire’s interest in UK politics: ‘He’s just a person... tell him to get lost’
Trending News
1 day, 13 hours ago

Elon Musk’s father on billionaire’s interest in UK politics: ‘He’s just a person... tell him to get lost’

Live Mint  

Over the past weeks, Elon Musk has shifted his political target towards Europe, especially taking jibes and making accusations against UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who hit back at the billionaire for “spreading misinformation”. Now, in an interview with LBC News, Errol Musk addressed the topic and urged those in the UK to not put too much stock in Elon …

Elon Musk buying Liverpool would be like seeing your dream home bulldozed - he is everything this city cannot stand and even if he made every ticket free I would never sit on the Kop again, writes DOM
1 day, 13 hours ago

Elon Musk buying Liverpool would be like seeing your dream home bulldozed - he is everything this city cannot stand and even if he made every ticket free I would never sit on the Kop again, writes DOM

Daily Mail  

Not in a million years. There had been mirth in the city last weekend when phones started pinging with WhatsApp messages showing the front page of the Weekend Sport — a publication best known for its pictures and taking a sideways look at things — with a headline pronouncing: ‘Elon Musk set to buy LFC.’ It felt a bit early …

Liverpool owners insist they have NO intention of selling after Elon Musk's father revealed the billionaire wants to buy the club in bombshell interview
1 day, 19 hours ago

Liverpool owners insist they have NO intention of selling after Elon Musk's father revealed the billionaire wants to buy the club in bombshell interview

Daily Mail  

Elon has family connections to the city, with his grandmother born there Musk's father, Errol, said his billionaire son 'would like to' buy Merseyside club Liverpool's owners have no intention of selling the club - and have received no approach from Elon Musk. In a bombshell admission the tech billionaire's father claimed his son would be interested in buying the …

Elon Musk has expressed interest in buying English soccer club Liverpool, his father says
1 day, 20 hours ago

Elon Musk has expressed interest in buying English soccer club Liverpool, his father says

Associated Press  

Elon Musk’s father says his billionaire son has expressed interest in buying English soccer club Liverpool. “Oh yes, but that doesn’t mean he’s buying it,” Errol Musk said. We have always said that if there is an investment partner that is right for Liverpool then we would pursue the opportunity to help ensure the club’s long-term financial resiliency and future …

Sheikh Jassim makes Manchester United takeover decision as Sir Jim Ratcliffe considers new bid
1 year, 3 months ago

Sheikh Jassim makes Manchester United takeover decision as Sir Jim Ratcliffe considers new bid

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Qatari businessman Sheikh Jassim still wants to …

Manchester United sale: Bidders to begin due diligence process
1 year, 10 months ago

Manchester United sale: Bidders to begin due diligence process

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Bidders including Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos and Sheikh …

Qatar-based bid for Man United confirmed on deadline day
1 year, 10 months ago

Qatar-based bid for Man United confirmed on deadline day

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — A Qatar-based bid for Manchester United was confirmed Friday, with Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani promising to rid the iconic soccer club of debt and return it to its former glories. “The bid will be completely debt free via Sheikh Jassim’s Nine Two Foundation, which will look to invest in the football teams, the training center, …

From Qatar to Elon Musk, Man United sale rumors grow
1 year, 10 months ago

From Qatar to Elon Musk, Man United sale rumors grow

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — The race is on to buy Manchester United and it will take deep pockets to meet an estimated price of $6 billion. No wonder the oil and gas rich state of Qatar is being so heavily linked with a bid and Elon Musk’s name refuses to go away despite the Tesla owner saying he was joking when …

Qatar investors to make bid to buy Manchester United from Glazer family: Report
1 year, 11 months ago

Qatar investors to make bid to buy Manchester United from Glazer family: Report

The Hindu  

Qatari investors are set to make a huge bid to buy Manchester United, reported Daily Mail. Last month INEOS, a company owned by Jim Ratcliffe, entered the bidding process for the club after its US owners, the Glazer family, said in November that they began the process of selling the club. Earlier, Bloomberg News reported that Qatar Sports Investments, the …

Man Utd fans react with delight to report that Apple is considering buying club for £5.8billion
2 years, 1 month ago

Man Utd fans react with delight to report that Apple is considering buying club for £5.8billion

Daily Mail  

Manchester United fans have been left delighted after a report that Apple is considering buying their club for £5.8billion. Apple CEO Tim Cook is the latest high-profile suitor to be interested in buying Manchester United, according to reports A top priority for United's new owner will be to upgrade their famous ground, Old Trafford United legend Gary Neville has backed …

Premier League: Who could be potential Manchester United buyers?
2 years, 1 month ago

Premier League: Who could be potential Manchester United buyers?

The Hindu  

Manchester United’s owners, the Glazer family, are considering selling the club as they explore “strategic alternatives”. Ratcliffe’s name was widely mentioned among United fans as someone many would welcome, although there are fears he might be priced out with some estimates putting the club’s worth at more than $4.5 billion. RED KNIGHTS In 2010, the Red Knights, a group involving …

Why Manchester United fans are ecstatic Glazers may sell the club
2 years, 1 month ago

Why Manchester United fans are ecstatic Glazers may sell the club

Al Jazeera  

American family’s ownership of the club has been marred by fan protests, huge debts and poor performance on the pitch. “It is an understatement to say that fans will be happy – the contempt for the Glazers runs deep,” Ahmed Bilal, the editor of the football blog Man Utd News, told Al Jazeera. “There is a lot of anger amongst …

Man United owners prepared to sell Premier League club
2 years, 1 month ago

Man United owners prepared to sell Premier League club

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Manchester United’s American owners confirmed Tuesday they would consider putting the iconic Premier League club up for sale. Raine earlier this year handled the sale of Premier League club Chelsea to Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, successfully securing 2.5 billion pounds plus a commitment of 1.75 billion pounds of further investment. We will evaluate all options to …

Ronaldo tears into Glazer family and says United's controversial owners treat it as 'marketing club'
2 years, 1 month ago

Ronaldo tears into Glazer family and says United's controversial owners treat it as 'marketing club'

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has hit out at Manchester United's controversial US owners the Glazer family by claiming: 'They don't care about the club'. In the latest clips released from the interview, which is to be broadcast in full on TalkTV this week, the forward alleged United owners Joel and Avram Glazer 'don't care' about the club. Cristiano Ronaldo has slammed Man …

Man United supporters call for ‘real investment’ from any new owner
2 years, 4 months ago

Man United supporters call for ‘real investment’ from any new owner

The Hindu  

The Manchester United Supporters Trust said on Thursday any new owner of the Premier League club must be willing to invest heavily to restore its former glory amid speculation of a sale by the Glazer family. The club’s owners, the American Glazer family, are under pressure with United sitting bottom of league after two games of the new season. They …

Man Utd: Glazer family are 'open to selling a minority stake in the club' amid growing unrest
2 years, 4 months ago

Man Utd: Glazer family are 'open to selling a minority stake in the club' amid growing unrest

Daily Mail  

The Glazer family will consider selling a minority stake in Manchester United football club - according to reports. Pressure is mounting on Joel and Malcolm Glazer following United's atrocious start to the 2022-2023 Premier League season, with former defender Gary Neville calling for them to 'explain their plan' amid the club's struggles. The Glazers are coming under increasing pressure to …

Elon Musk threatens to buy Manchester United: Could billionaire actually buy the football team?
2 years, 4 months ago

Elon Musk threatens to buy Manchester United: Could billionaire actually buy the football team?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Elon Musk said he is going to buy Manchester United. Mr Musk almost …

Manchester United fans plan protest against Glazers ahead of Liverpool match
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United fans plan protest against Glazers ahead of Liverpool match

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A Manchester United supporters’ group is planning to …

Elon Musk says he is buying Manchester United, later clarifies it was a ‘joke’
2 years, 4 months ago

Elon Musk says he is buying Manchester United, later clarifies it was a ‘joke’

The Hindu  

Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, on Tuesday tweeted that he was buying football club Manchester United Plc, without offering any details. About four hours earlier, Mr. Musk had tweeted: “I’m buying Manchester United ur welcome”. Some Manchester United fans, disgruntled by their club’s declining fortunes of late, had previously urged Mr. Musk on Twitter to consider buying the club. …

'I'm Buying Manchester United': Tesla CEO Elon Musk's Announcement Sends Twitter Into Meltdown
2 years, 4 months ago

'I'm Buying Manchester United': Tesla CEO Elon Musk's Announcement Sends Twitter Into Meltdown

News 18  

In a stunning announcement on Wednesday, Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk has said he’s going to buy Premier League football club Manchester United “I’m buying Manchester United ur welcome," Musk said in a tweet. Also, I’m buying Manchester United ur welcome— Elon Musk August 17, 2022 Manchester United, controlled by the American Glazer family, did not immediately respond to …

After Twitter, Elon Musk says he is buying Manchester United and netizens can't keep calm
2 years, 4 months ago

After Twitter, Elon Musk says he is buying Manchester United and netizens can't keep calm

India TV News  

After a failed Twitter deal, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Wednesday announced that he is buying British football club Manchester United. he posted and shortly after this tweet, he said, "Also, I'm buying Manchester United ur welcome." Elon Musk denies buying Manchester United After saying that he was buying Manchester United, Musk denied the news. About Manchester United …

Is Elon Musk really buying Manchester United?
2 years, 4 months ago

Is Elon Musk really buying Manchester United?

Al Jazeera  

Musk tweeted he was buying one of the world’s most famous football clubs but offered no details. Musk, the world’s richest person, said early on Wednesday that he hadn’t been serious when he tweeted hours previously that he was going to buy Manchester United Plc, now languishing at the foot of the English Premier League as fed-up fans urge current …

Manchester United fans laugh off Michael Knighton's claims he wants to takeover the club
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United fans laugh off Michael Knighton's claims he wants to takeover the club

Daily Mail  

Manchester United fans have laughed off Michael Knighton's claims that he is planning an astonishing bid to buy out the Glazer family. Michael Knighton has claimed that he is planning a bid to takeover Manchester United Fans have taken to social media to mock Knighton's intentions after his prior failed takeover United fan Wayne Davies suggested he had more chance …

Hated every minute of it: Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold goes on a scathing rant about 2021-22 season
2 years, 6 months ago

Hated every minute of it: Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold goes on a scathing rant about 2021-22 season

India Today  

It is no secret that Manchester United have had a torrid time in the past 12 months. With the beginning of the transfer window ahead of the new season, several Manchester United fans went up to CEO’s house to stage a peaceful protest. Arnold further said he hated every minute of Man United’s 2021-22 season. The CEO assured that Manchester …

How the Glazers are paying themselves £11M despite Manchester United's 'disappointing' performance
2 years, 7 months ago

How the Glazers are paying themselves £11M despite Manchester United's 'disappointing' performance

Daily Mail  

The Glazer family, which owns Manchester United, has infuriated disgruntled fans after it emerged the club’s shareholders will be paid £11million next month, while debts are rising and transfer spending this summer is expected to be cautious. The club, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, says in the report: ‘The bi-annual cash dividend of $0.09 per share …

Our silence wrongly created impression we don’t care about Man Utd – Joel Glazer
3 years, 6 months ago

Our silence wrongly created impression we don’t care about Man Utd – Joel Glazer

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joel Glazer has conceded Manchester United’s owning family …

Gary Neville criticises Joel Glazer’s plans after Manchester United fans forum
3 years, 7 months ago

Gary Neville criticises Joel Glazer’s plans after Manchester United fans forum

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gary Neville has condemned Manchester United co-chairman Joel …

Manchester United co-owner Joel Glazer offers key shares in first meeting with club fans
3 years, 7 months ago

Manchester United co-owner Joel Glazer offers key shares in first meeting with club fans

Firstpost  

Glazer offered to make shares available to Manchester United supporters with the same voting rights as shares held by his family. Manchester United co-owner Joel Glazer offered Friday to make shares available to supporters with the same voting rights as shares held by his family, marking an attempt to heal the rift that deepened after failing to engage with fans …

Joel Glazer responds to Manchester United fans in open letter after Old Trafford protests
3 years, 7 months ago

Joel Glazer responds to Manchester United fans in open letter after Old Trafford protests

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joel Glazer, Manchester United’s co-chairman, has promised to …

Manchester United: Owner Joel Glazer FINALLY pens letter to fans and vows to put money into the club
3 years, 8 months ago

Manchester United: Owner Joel Glazer FINALLY pens letter to fans and vows to put money into the club

Daily Mail  

Dear Fan Representatives, Thank you for your letter dated April 30, sent in your capacity as representatives of Manchester United fans. Your heartfelt letter captured the unique spirit of Manchester United, forged through decades of triumph, adversity and tragedy, and still powerfully present in today's exciting team under Ole and the vibrant fanbase which you represent. We have previously engaged …

Man United fan group demand owners launch new share scheme
3 years, 8 months ago

Man United fan group demand owners launch new share scheme

The Hindu  

Manchester United's leading fan group has called on the club's American owners to open a share scheme to allow supporters to buy out the Glazer family's shares in the club. In an open letter to club co-chairman Joel Glazer, MUST called on Glazer to "put in place a share scheme that is accessible to all and that has shares with …

Champions League: Manchester City didn't breach financial regulations, suspension politically motivated, says CEO Ferran Soriano
4 years, 10 months ago

Champions League: Manchester City didn't breach financial regulations, suspension politically motivated, says CEO Ferran Soriano

Firstpost  

Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano says the allegations made against his club, which have led to a two year ban from European football by UEFA, are untrue and politically motivated. Manchester: Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano says the allegations made against his club, which have led to a two year ban from European football by UEFA, are untrue …

Manchester United news: Man fans fly 'Glazers out' banner over Old Trafford
5 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United news: Man fans fly 'Glazers out' banner over Old Trafford

Daily Mail  

Manchester United supporters flew a banner with the message 'Glazers out' over Old Trafford before their game against Chelsea on Sunday. United fans flew a banner over Old Trafford in protest at the club's American owners David Beckham appeared to endorse supporters 'green and gold' campaign back in 2010 United's co-chariman Avram Glazer was in attendance as they faced Chelsea …

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