Man United bidders set to make latest takeover offers
1 year, 9 months ago

Man United bidders set to make latest takeover offers

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — After a series of high level meetings last week, a second round of bids to buy Manchester United are due Wednesday. Representatives of Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani toured Old Trafford and the club’s training ground last Thursday, meeting with United executives. Indicative offers were submitted to American merchant bank Raine last month, with Sheikh Jassim and Ratcliffe confirming their intention to buy out the Glazer family, the current owners of United. There is still a possibility that the Glazers could opt against a full sale of the club as they explore “strategic alternatives.” Second bids for United are due to be placed by 9 p.m. Wednesday.

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Ten Hag's Future in Doubt as Owners Visit Manchester United Stadium
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ten Hag's Future in Doubt as Owners Visit Manchester United Stadium

China Daily  

Manchester United co-owners Jim Ratcliffe and Joel Glazer are in Manchester to discuss the future of manager Erik ten Hag. Ratcliffe watched the team's 0-0 draw at Aston Villa on Sunday, which consigned the 20-time English champion to its worst start to a season in the Premier League era. They will also attend a quarterly Fans Advisory Board meeting.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe jokes he's 'not sure' Man United takeover rival Sheikh Jassim even EXISTS
10 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe jokes he's 'not sure' Man United takeover rival Sheikh Jassim even EXISTS

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has joked he is 'not sure' his Manchester United takeover rival Sheikh Jassim even exists, after sealing a minority stake in the club. Sir Jim Ratcliffe has completed his minority purchase of a stake into Manchester United Ratcliffe has joked he is not sure that his takeover rival Sheikh Jassim even exists Your browser does not support …

Ratcliffe secures minority stake in Man United and vows to lift English club to top of world soccer
10 months ago

Ratcliffe secures minority stake in Man United and vows to lift English club to top of world soccer

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe expressed his desire to lift Manchester United “to the top of English, European and world football” after completing his purchase of a minority stake in the iconic club on Tuesday. United said Ratcliffe intends to invest a further $100 million by Dec. 31 “to enable future investment in infrastructure at Old Trafford.” The …

MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: Al-Nassr line up DOUBLE deal for Old Trafford stars, Altay Bayindir is finally set to make his bow at Newport… and stealthy swoop for Omar Berrada caught City cold
11 months ago

MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: Al-Nassr line up DOUBLE deal for Old Trafford stars, Altay Bayindir is finally set to make his bow at Newport… and stealthy swoop for Omar Berrada caught City cold

Daily Mail  

Al-Nassr are lining up an audacious bid for Casemiro and Aaron Wan-Bissaka as Manchester United prepare to offload some of their high-earning stars. No 2 goalkeeper Altay Bayindir is likely to make his United debut against Newport County Andre Onana is enduring a torrid time at AFCON with Cameroon and could leave the tournament should they fall to Gambia Berrada …

Glazers to Jim Ratcliffe: A timeline of Manchester United sale from Malcolm Glazers to Ineos owner
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Glazers to Jim Ratcliffe: A timeline of Manchester United sale from Malcolm Glazers to Ineos owner

The Hindu  

Manchester United earned a hard-fought 3-2 win against Aston Villa in its first match after a small change in its ownership. Here is a timeline of the Glazers family taking over the club to finally welcoming new co-owners: March 2, 2003 - Glazers buy their first stake in the club Malcolm Glazer, an American businessman and the owner of the …

Man United takeover: New co-owner Ratcliffe asks supporters to be patient with results
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Man United takeover: New co-owner Ratcliffe asks supporters to be patient with results

The Hindu  

Jim Ratcliffe has asked Manchester United’s supporters for “time and patience” to bring the glory days back to Old Trafford after the British billionaire struck a deal to take a minority stake in the Premier League club. United has not won the league since 2013 and although there is hope Ratcliffe can turn things around when he is given the …

Manchester United announces deal to sell up to 25% of EPL club to UK billionaire Jim Ratcliffe
1 year ago

Manchester United announces deal to sell up to 25% of EPL club to UK billionaire Jim Ratcliffe

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — After failing to win the Premier League in the last 10 years, Manchester United announced Sunday that it had agreed to sell a minority stake in the storied club to Jim Ratcliffe in a deal that would “We all want to see Manchester United back where we belong, at the very top of English, European and world …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe COMPLETES buy-out of Manchester United stake as his £1.3BILLION deal with the Glazer family for 25 per cent ownership is confirmed - with British billionaire to control football oper
1 year ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe COMPLETES buy-out of Manchester United stake as his £1.3BILLION deal with the Glazer family for 25 per cent ownership is confirmed - with British billionaire to control football oper

Daily Mail  

He has pledged investment in infrastructure at Old Trafford and Carrington Sir Jim Ratcliffe £1.3billion deal for 25 per cent of Manchester United – which will see him take control of football operations - has been announced by the club. Sir Jim Ratcliffe can raise a smile after buying a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United He has finally …

Why Sheikh Jassim walked away from Manchester United – and what Qatar could do next
1 year, 1 month ago

Why Sheikh Jassim walked away from Manchester United – and what Qatar could do next

New York Times  

When Manchester United’s executive leadership team played host to parties bidding to prise control away from the Glazer family earlier this year, one bold number stood out. Sheikh Jassim was largely unknown outside Qatar Representatives of Sheikh Jassim have always denied that he was a front for a Qatari state bid, but multiple sources with experience working in Doha — …

How Jim Ratcliffe’s personal approach outmanoeuvred Qatar in the race to buy Man United
1 year, 2 months ago

How Jim Ratcliffe’s personal approach outmanoeuvred Qatar in the race to buy Man United

The Independent  

By the time that Sheikh Jassim’s camp made it known they were withdrawing their bid to buy Manchester United, the Glazers were barely paying attention. How did a businessman with access to Qatar’s virtually limitless wealth not just “blow Ratcliffe out of the water”, as was the phrase so commonly used in the early stages of this process? Given the …

Man Utd shareholders are just as unhappy as the club’s fans
1 year, 2 months ago

Man Utd shareholders are just as unhappy as the club’s fans

Live Mint  

The yearlong Manchester United takeover saga echoes the team’s pursuit of revival on the pitch: plenty of sound and fury, a periodic surge of hope that something spectacular might happen, and then the inevitable letdown with an underwhelming result. Shares of Manchester United Plc fell as much as 13% in early US trading on Monday on news that a Qatari …

Manchester United shares tumble as Ratcliffe’s stake bid report dents buyout hopes
1 year, 2 months ago

Manchester United shares tumble as Ratcliffe’s stake bid report dents buyout hopes

The Hindu  

Shares of Manchester United fell as much as 23 per cent on Monday after reports that British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe is looking to acquire only a 25 per cent stake in the football club raised concerns that a buyout by Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al Thani could be off the table. Ineos Chair Jim Ratcliffe would pay over $1.5 …

Qatari banker withdraws United bid after balking at valuation
1 year, 2 months ago

Qatari banker withdraws United bid after balking at valuation

China Daily  

MANCHESTER, England — Qatar's Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani is withdrawing his offer to buy Manchester United, a person with knowledge of the process told The Associated Press on Saturday. The person said Sheikh Jassim's final bid was almost double United's current market valuation of $3.2 billion. Sheikh Jassim's decision comes as United fans have grown increasingly frustrated with …

Qatar's Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani withdraws bid to buy Manchester United
1 year, 2 months ago

Qatar's Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani withdraws bid to buy Manchester United

Firstpost  

Sheikh Jassim’s bid was for full control of Manchester United and promised to clear the club’s borrowings. Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani has withdrawn a bid to buy Manchester United, a source close to the deal told AFP on Saturday. Sheikh Jassim’s bid was for full control of United and promised to clear the club’s borrowings. They …

Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim refuses to improve 6 billion USD Manchester United bid: Reports
1 year, 2 months ago

Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim refuses to improve 6 billion USD Manchester United bid: Reports

The Hindu  

Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al Thani has informed the Glazer family that controls Manchester United Plc that he will not improve on his bid to acquire the iconic football club for more than $6 billion, people familiar with the matter said. The move leaves the remaining bidder for Manchester United, Ineos chairman Jim Ratcliffe, in a stronger position to …

Sheikh Jassim makes Manchester United takeover decision as Sir Jim Ratcliffe considers new bid
1 year, 2 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Jim Ratcliffe Still Keen to Buy Manchester United as Sale Process Drags On
1 year, 5 months ago

Jim Ratcliffe Still Keen to Buy Manchester United as Sale Process Drags On

News 18  

British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has said he remains focused on completing a takeover of Manchester United as the battle to buy the Red Devils drags on. We keep very focused on it.” Sheikh Jassim’s bid team has promised to erase United’s £970 million debt and take control of 100 percent of the club. In contrast, Ratcliffe has reportedly sought to …

Manchester United negotiating exclusivity with Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim in $6 bln-plus sale talks-sources
1 year, 6 months ago

Manchester United negotiating exclusivity with Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim in $6 bln-plus sale talks-sources

The Hindu  

English football club Manchester United is negotiating to grant exclusivity to the consortium led by Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani in the talks to sell itself for more than 6 billion USD, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday. A 6 billion USD deal would make the deal one of the biggest sports deals ever, following the similarly-sized …

Manchester United considering giving bid exclusivity to Sheikh Jassim – Report
1 year, 6 months ago

Manchester United considering giving bid exclusivity to Sheikh Jassim – Report

The Independent  

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Football rumours: Man United, Real Madrid and Chelsea fight for Kylian Mbappe
1 year, 6 months ago

Football rumours: Man United, Real Madrid and Chelsea fight for Kylian Mbappe

The Independent  

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The lesson Qatar has learnt as Manchester United takeover bid enters final stages
1 year, 6 months ago

The lesson Qatar has learnt as Manchester United takeover bid enters final stages

The Independent  

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Manchester United Shares Jump 20 Percent Amid Reports Over Qatari Takeover Bid
1 year, 6 months ago

Manchester United Shares Jump 20 Percent Amid Reports Over Qatari Takeover Bid

News 18  

Manchester United’s shares jumped nearly 20% in premarket trading on Tuesday after a report hinted that Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani was likely to succeed with his takeover bid for the English football club. Qatar’s Al-Watan newspaper reported on Tuesday evening that Sheikh Jassim, son of a former prime minister of the country, was poised to be announced as …

PSG president Al-Khelaifi distances himself from Manchester United’s bid
1 year, 6 months ago

PSG president Al-Khelaifi distances himself from Manchester United’s bid

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi said Saturday that he is not part of a potential Qatari-based bid to buy Manchester United. Speaking in Istanbul ahead of the Champions League final, Al-Khelaifi distanced himself from countryman Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani’s proposed takeover of the storied Premier League club. On Friday it was reported Al-Khelaifi, who is also the chairman …

Latest ‘deadline’ looms in Man Utd takeover saga
1 year, 6 months ago

Latest ‘deadline’ looms in Man Utd takeover saga

The Hindu  

Manchester United fans can be forgiven if they refrain from eagerly checking the news on Friday as the latest “deadline” looms in the meandering seven-month saga of the club’s sale that is beginning to resemble the final series of TV’s Succession. In this real-life battle of the billionaires, Qatari Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani and Briton Jim Ratcliffe have each …

Sheikh Jassim bid still on table as Manchester United takeover tests patience
1 year, 6 months ago

Sheikh Jassim bid still on table as Manchester United takeover tests patience

The Independent  

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Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim submits his fifth bid for Manchester United
1 year, 6 months ago

Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim submits his fifth bid for Manchester United

Live Mint  

Qatar's Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani has submitted his fifth and final bid for the football club Manchester United, a Bloomberg news report said on Wednesday. This is not the first time Qatar's Sheikh Jassim has called his fresh bid a “final” bid. Jim Ratcliffe, the CEO of Ineos, is Sheikh Jassim's primary competitor in the battle for buying the …

Qatar's Sheikh Jassim makes improved bid for Manchester United: Report
1 year, 7 months ago

Qatar's Sheikh Jassim makes improved bid for Manchester United: Report

Firstpost  

Sheikh Jassim’s bid is for 100 percent control of Manchester United and promises to wipe the club’s £970 million debt. Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani has made an improved bid to secure Manchester United from the Glazer family, a source close to the bid told AFP on Tuesday. By contrast, Sheikh Jassim’s bid is for 100 percent …

Man United sale: Fans stage latest protests against Glazers
1 year, 7 months ago

Man United sale: Fans stage latest protests against Glazers

The Hindu  

Days after a third round of bidding for Manchester United, the Premier League club’s supporters stepped up efforts to drive out American owners, the Glazer family. A large group held up a banner that read “Full Sale Only” amid fears the owners may yet retain a majority or minority stake, despite inviting offers for their shares after announcing plans to …

Premier League: Man United edges closer to top-four finish with 1-0 victory over Villa
1 year, 7 months ago

Premier League: Man United edges closer to top-four finish with 1-0 victory over Villa

The Hindu  

Bruno Fernandes was on target as Manchester United beat in-form Aston Villa 1-0 on Sunday to strengthen its push for a top-four Premier League finish. The club is closing on a Champions League berth for next season in Erik ten Hag’s first campaign in charge but off the field uncertainty swirls over the ownership. The Glazers, who have saddled the …

Sheikh Jassim new Manchester United bid Glazers valuation
1 year, 7 months ago

Sheikh Jassim new Manchester United bid Glazers valuation

The Hindu  

Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the son of Qatar’s former prime minister, is set to lodge an improved third bid of less than 5 billion pounds for English Premier League football club Manchester United by Friday’s deadline, The Guardian reported. The Qatari banker is intent on buying 100% of the club and his bid falls short of the 6 …

Manchester United’s future hangs in the balance before final takeover bids
1 year, 7 months ago

Manchester United’s future hangs in the balance before final takeover bids

The Independent  

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Manchester United bidders have until Friday evening to submit final offers
1 year, 7 months ago

Manchester United bidders have until Friday evening to submit final offers

The Independent  

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bid to takeover Man United would see the Glazers keep a stake in the club
1 year, 7 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bid to takeover Man United would see the Glazers keep a stake in the club

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is offering a deal for Manchester United that would enable Joel and Avram Glazer to remain stakeholders in the club, Mail Sport understands. In what would be a highly controversial act likely to infuriate large sections of United's support, one of the options on the table for the American owners would see Ratcliffe take a controlling stake …

Manchester United fans growing impatient for sale of club
1 year, 8 months ago

Manchester United fans growing impatient for sale of club

The Hindu  

Nearly five months after the Glazer family put Manchester United on the market, the iconic soccer club’s fans are growing impatient as the proposed sale goes on. Following reports that there will be a third round of bids, the Manchester United Supporters Trust said Thursday the uncertainty was of “great concern.” “Erik needs to know what resources he has to …

Manchester United takeover labelled a ‘farce’ as prospective buyer pulls out
1 year, 8 months ago

Manchester United takeover labelled a ‘farce’ as prospective buyer pulls out

The Independent  

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Who is bidding to buy English soccer club Manchester United?
1 year, 8 months ago

Who is bidding to buy English soccer club Manchester United?

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — The race to buy Manchester United is taking shape. Based on the publicly declared bids for one of the world’s most iconic soccer teams, the frontrunners are Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and local boy-turned-billionaire Jim Ratcliffe. He has promised to rid the club of debt, invest in the stadium, training center and playing …

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani Submits New Bid for Manchester United: Reports
1 year, 8 months ago

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani Submits New Bid for Manchester United: Reports

News 18  

Manchester United have received a second Qatari bid to buy the English football giants, British media reported Saturday. The Press Association and the Guardian, among others, said Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jaber AI Thani, the chairman of Qatar Islamic Bank, had placed a second round offer overnight. – ‘Stupid prices’ – Sheikh Jassim is bidding for 100 …

MUFC takeover: Qatar’s Al Thani submits new USD 6 billion bid for Manchester United
1 year, 9 months ago

MUFC takeover: Qatar’s Al Thani submits new USD 6 billion bid for Manchester United

The Hindu  

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani has submitted a new bid to buy Manchester United which is believed to be worth around 5 billion pounds, Sky News reported on Saturday. A spokesperson representing Sheikh Jassim said at the time that the bid was completely debt free, via Sheikh Jassim’s Nine Two Foundation. READ | Man United bidders set to make …

Manchester United takeover: Sheikh Jassim submits improved second bid
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United takeover: Sheikh Jassim submits improved second bid

The Independent  

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Manchester United: British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe revises offer to buy Premier League giants
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United: British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe revises offer to buy Premier League giants

Firstpost  

A second bid from Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jaber AI Thani, the chairman of Qatar Islamic Bank, is also expected to be lodged with merchant bankers Raine, who are overseeing the sale of the club. London: British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe made a revised bid to buy Manchester United on Thursday as Finnish entrepreneur Thomas Zilliacus entered the …

Man United sale: Jim Ratcliffe says he’s submitted 2nd bid
1 year, 9 months ago

Man United sale: Jim Ratcliffe says he’s submitted 2nd bid

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — The proposed sale of Manchester United gathered pace Thursday when British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe said he had submitted a second bid for the iconic soccer team. American merchant bank Raine had given bidders more time to fine-tune proposals by extending Wednesday night’s deadline for the latest round of offers for the Premier League club. “Sir Jim Ratcliffe …

Man Utd news live: Two new bidders emerge as Jim Ratcliffe makes improved offer
1 year, 9 months ago

Man Utd news live: Two new bidders emerge as Jim Ratcliffe makes improved offer

The Independent  

✕ Close British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe officially enters race to buy Manchester United from Glazers 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 …

Elliott Management enter the fray to buy Manchester United
1 year, 9 months ago

Elliott Management enter the fray to buy Manchester United

The Independent  

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Man Utd takeover: Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos submit improved bid
1 year, 9 months ago

Man Utd takeover: Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos submit improved bid

The Independent  

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Manchester United sale: Deadline extended for 2nd bids
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United sale: Deadline extended for 2nd bids

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Bidders trying to buy Manchester United have been given more time to submit second offers for the iconic soccer team. Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani has outlined his intention to make a second offer for United and British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe is also expected to bid, although neither met Wednesday’s deadline. Sheikh Jassim, the son of …

Analysis: The Man Utd bid and Qatar’s global sporting intent
1 year, 9 months ago

Analysis: The Man Utd bid and Qatar’s global sporting intent

Al Jazeera  

An offer to buy Manchester United signals Qatar’s continuing ambition to be seen as a global sport powerhouse, analysts say. Jassim’s bid was submitted through his Nine Two Foundation, the name an apparent nod to Manchester United’s famous “class of 92” squad, which won several titles during the 1990s. However, some Manchester United fans have rejected Jassim’s bid as an …

Battle to buy Manchester United heats up as Qatari banker, British billionaire prepare fresh bids
1 year, 9 months ago

Battle to buy Manchester United heats up as Qatari banker, British billionaire prepare fresh bids

Firstpost  

Manchester: The battle to buy Manchester United heated up on Wednesday as Qatari banker and British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe prepared to raise their bids for the 20-time English champions. A source close to Sheikh Jassim’s bid told AFP he remains confident his bid is “the best for the club, fans and local community.” INEOS chemical company founder Ratcliffe, a boyhood …

A chemical company boss and a Qatari sheikh – Man Utd’s two confirmed bidders
1 year, 9 months ago

A chemical company boss and a Qatari sheikh – Man Utd’s two confirmed bidders

The Independent  

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Manchester United sale would accelerate review of Uefa's dual-ownership rules
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United sale would accelerate review of Uefa's dual-ownership rules

The Telegraph  

Discussions about potential changes to Uefa's rules governing dual ownership are likely to accelerate should Sheikh Jassim’s Qatari bid or Sir Jim Ratcliffe successfully buy Manchester United, Telegraph Sport understands. If Uefa’s executive committee voted to implement changes to the existing rules for next season, they would need to happen before qualifying for next season’s Champions League gets underway in …

Manchester United Bidders Set to Make Latest Takeover Offers
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United Bidders Set to Make Latest Takeover Offers

News 18  

After a series of high level meetings last week, a second round of bids to buy Manchester United are due Wednesday. Representatives of Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani toured Old Trafford and the club’s training ground last Thursday, meeting with United executives. Indicative offers were submitted to American merchant bank Raine last month, with Sheikh Jassim and Ratcliffe confirming …

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