Manchester United will have to fork out £67.5m to sign Antony
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United will have to fork out £67.5m to sign Antony

Daily Mail  

Manchester United will have to stump up £67.5million to secure the services of Ajax forward Antony this summer. The Brazilian has been continually linked with a move to Old Trafford as United boss Erik ten Hag is a fan of the player following their time together in Holland United could also secure the services of PSV forward Cody Gakpo after their Champions League tie with Rangers As it stands, Ruud van Nistelrooy's side are still in with a chance of qualifying for this season's Champions League group stages. Chelsea may allow Christian Pulisic to join Manchester United on loan if he extends his deal Todd Boehly would rather sell the USA captain than accede to United's request to a loan deal Meanwhile, Christian Pulisic's loan deal hangs in the balance as Chelsea weigh-up what to do with the forward. Sportsmail revealed on Wednesday the Glazer family are considering selling a minority stake in Manchester United football club and that they had held preliminary discussions about the possibility of bringing in a new investor. Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to buy a stake in Premier League club Manchester United A self-confessed Manchester United fan, Ratcliffe wants to purchase the struggling club The family are not prepared to cede control of the club — Avram and Joel are expected to keep their shares and oversee the day-to-day running of Old Trafford — other family members are understood to want out.

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Could Viktor Gyokeres follow Ruben Amorim to Manchester United? The star striker is 5/2 to sign with the Red Devils in January's transfer window
1 month, 1 week ago

Could Viktor Gyokeres follow Ruben Amorim to Manchester United? The star striker is 5/2 to sign with the Red Devils in January's transfer window

Daily Mail  

With Ruben Amorim's highly-anticipated start to his time as manager of Manchester United getting underway on November 24 - there are many Red Devils fans who would like to see Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres follow his old boss to Old Trafford. The possibility of Gyokeres joining United received a boost recently after Sporting president Frederico Varandas indicated that he will …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is right to turn off Sir Alex Ferguson's tap. His horse row opened door for the Glazers - and Manchester United have been paying for it ever since, writes IAN LADYMAN
2 months, 1 week ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is right to turn off Sir Alex Ferguson's tap. His horse row opened door for the Glazers - and Manchester United have been paying for it ever since, writes IAN LADYMAN

Daily Mail  

LISTEN NOW: It's All Kicking Off!, available wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Monday and Thursday Manchester United supporters tend to cling to Sir Alex Ferguson like tired swimmers cling to rocks. Manchester United supporters tend to cling to Sir Alex Ferguson like tired swimmers cling to rocks Sir Jim Ratcliffe has shown his ruthlessness and ended his …

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.

Manchester United midfield set for refresh before Friday’s transfer deadline
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester United midfield set for refresh before Friday’s transfer deadline

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. Sancho’s fall-out with manager Erik ten Hag last year saw him join …

Man United 'agree personal terms with Manuel Ugarte' - and Uruguayan shares agent with £52m signing Leny Yoro - but PSG are holding out for £59m amid interest from four other clubs
5 months ago

Man United 'agree personal terms with Manuel Ugarte' - and Uruguayan shares agent with £52m signing Leny Yoro - but PSG are holding out for £59m amid interest from four other clubs

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have agreed terms with Manuel Ugarte over a move to the club, according to reports. The Uruguayan midfielder shares the same agent as Yoro - Jorge Mendes - and contract terms have been agreed upon, with Ugarte wanting to make the switch even without United being able to offer Champions League football, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. Manchester …

Manchester United on The Verge of Completing a Much-Awaited Signing
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Manchester United on The Verge of Completing a Much-Awaited Signing

News 18  

Manchester United’s pursuit of Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee seems to have finally paid off. A report published by The Guardian claims that the Premier League side is “closing in” on signing Zirkzee from Italian side Bologna with terms with the Dutch international and his agent’s commission being agreed upon. The article went on to suggest that Manchester United are deliberating …

Manchester United Set To Sign Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee By Next Week, According to Report
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Manchester United Set To Sign Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee By Next Week, According to Report

News 18  

Manchester United are reportedly set to complete two major signings by the next week. According to a report by One Football, De Ligt is interested in the transfer due to his close relationship with United boss Erik Ten Hag, who earlier coached him during his managerial stint with Ajax. Following the departure of Rafael Varane, Manchester United now want to …

Man United name a sixth 'unsellable' star in the summer transfer window after Erik ten Hag kept his job, with the club also looking to raise funds to boost £50m war chest
6 months, 1 week ago

Man United name a sixth 'unsellable' star in the summer transfer window after Erik ten Hag kept his job, with the club also looking to raise funds to boost £50m war chest

Daily Mail  

It is expected to be a summer of significant change at Old Trafford The amount of players that Manchester United will not entertain offers for this summer has reportedly increased to six. Sir Jim Ratcliffe will not consider offers for six Manchester United players this summer After much deliberation, United elected to continue with Erik ten Hag as their manager …

Man United's ENTIRE squad 'is up for sale' - with just THREE players named as 'off limits' - and club will listen to offers for Marcus Rashford as they face having to sell to make big signings
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Man United's ENTIRE squad 'is up for sale' - with just THREE players named as 'off limits' - and club will listen to offers for Marcus Rashford as they face having to sell to make big signings

Daily Mail  

Manchester United are open to selling the majority of their squad in an explosive fire sale this summer with just three players off limits, according to a new report. The club's new hierarchy, led by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and incoming CEO Omar Berrada, are prepared to be brutal with potential outgoings at the end of the season, especially with …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe to sanction significant Man United transfer spend this summer as financial restrictions ease with THREE positions targeted… and they could sell a number of high-profile stars
10 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe to sanction significant Man United transfer spend this summer as financial restrictions ease with THREE positions targeted… and they could sell a number of high-profile stars

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to sanction a significant transfer spend at Manchester United this summer with the club’s financial restrictions easing and a number of player sales planned. Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to sanction significant transfer spending at Man United this summer Man United's finances will be eased with Anthony Martial and Raphael Varane's deals ending Jadon Sancho …

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 …

Manchester United transfer news: Ronald Araujo, Matthijs De Ligt, Michael Olise and more
11 months ago

Manchester United transfer news: Ronald Araujo, Matthijs De Ligt, Michael Olise and more

The Independent  

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Ratcliffe will value trophies ahead of cash at Man United
11 months, 1 week ago

Ratcliffe will value trophies ahead of cash at Man United

The Hindu  

Jim Ratcliffe has told Manchester United supporters he will prioritise silverware ahead of financial gain during his reign at Old Trafford. Ratcliffe met members of United’s Fans’ Advisory Board and leaders of the Manchester United Supporters’ Trust, before holding a video meeting with the larger Fans’ Forum. Amid decades of criticism aimed at the Glazers, United fans were relieved to …

Ten Hag says Manchester United’s new investors ‘want to work with me’
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Ten Hag says Manchester United’s new investors ‘want to work with me’

The Hindu  

Erik ten Hag insists Jim Ratcliffe wants to work with him even though he is yet to speak to the British billionaire as he prepares to take control of football operations at troubled Manchester United. Dave Brailsford, INEOS’ director of sport, was at Old Trafford on Boxing Day for the 3-2 win against Aston Villa, a result which gave the …

Glazers to Jim Ratcliffe: A timeline of Manchester United sale from Malcolm Glazers to Ineos owner
11 months, 3 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, 3 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 …

How Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Man United restructure could take shape: A new CEO, a football committee featuring Sir Dave Brailsford... and five figures - including Paolo Maldini and Dougie Freedman - in li
1 year, 1 month ago

How Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Man United restructure could take shape: A new CEO, a football committee featuring Sir Dave Brailsford... and five figures - including Paolo Maldini and Dougie Freedman - in li

Daily Mail  

Approaching a year to the day since the Glazer family announced their intention to make Manchester United available to buy, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is still waiting to seal a £1.3billion move for 25 per cent. Ratcliffe has a vision to turn United's fortunes around after falling behind rivals in recent years Anti-Glazer protests are heard regularly but they're set to …

Fear, loathing and the Glazers: the battle for Manchester United’s soul
1 year, 1 month ago

Fear, loathing and the Glazers: the battle for Manchester United’s soul

The Independent  

As if ending champions Arsenal’s 49-game unbeaten run were not enough, Manchester United supporters had more reason to celebrate at the end of October 2004 when the club rejected a possible £800m takeover by Malcolm Glazer. open image in gallery Manchester United fans have never warmed to the Glazer family’s ownership of the club Reading it back now, it’s striking …

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 …

Zlatan Ibrahimovic DEFENDS the Glazers' ownership of Man United as the former Red Devils star insists 'they are investing' and claims it is 'wrong to say they are not doing what the fans expect them t
1 year, 2 months ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic DEFENDS the Glazers' ownership of Man United as the former Red Devils star insists 'they are investing' and claims it is 'wrong to say they are not doing what the fans expect them t

Daily Mail  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has appeared to defend the Glazers in a move that is likely to enrage Manchester United fans. The Glazers have have been a source of contention at Old Trafford ever since they became majority owners in 2005, facing significant fan anger and backlash. Zlatan Ibrahimovic has defended the work of Manchester United's owners, the Glazer family The Glazers …

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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Transfer News Highlights August 5: Manchester United Officially Announce Rasmus Hojlund, Bayern Munich's Final Harry Kane Bid
1 year, 4 months ago

Transfer News Highlights August 5: Manchester United Officially Announce Rasmus Hojlund, Bayern Munich's Final Harry Kane Bid

News 18  

Lazio Closing In On Deal For Midtjylland's Gustav Isaksen Lazio are set to sign top talented winger Gustav Isaksen. 🎙️ “This is just the start, and I want to kick on” Meet Ash Phillips 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/MUTCPtLei6 — Tottenham Hotspur August 5, 2023 Real Madrid To Enter Race For Juventus' Vlahovic Reports suggest that Spanish giants Real Madrid are set to …

Manchester United complete £72m transfer of striker Rasmus Hojlund
1 year, 4 months ago

Manchester United complete £72m transfer of striker Rasmus Hojlund

The Independent  

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PSG go head-to-head with Man United in race for Atalanta's Rasmus Hojlund as French giants 'make £43m bid' - one day after Erik ten Hag's side launched their own opening offer
1 year, 4 months ago

PSG go head-to-head with Man United in race for Atalanta's Rasmus Hojlund as French giants 'make £43m bid' - one day after Erik ten Hag's side launched their own opening offer

Daily Mail  

Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly made an offer of £43million for Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund. According to The Athletic, PSG feel Atalanta's valuation of Hojlund is unrealistic and are prepared to walk away from the deal if their bid is not accepted. Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly made a bid of £43million for Atalanta's Rasmus Hojlund Erik ten Hag's Manchester United offered …

Football rumours: Manchester United lining up bid for Rasmus Hojlund
1 year, 5 months ago

Football rumours: Manchester United lining up bid for Rasmus Hojlund

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 …

Man United agrees to $69 million deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount, AP sources
1 year, 5 months ago

Man United agrees to $69 million deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount, AP sources

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United has agreed to sign midfielder Mason Mount from Chelsea for 55 million pounds. Mount was one of United manager Erik ten Hag’s top targets this offseason as part of what is expected to be a busy transfer window for the club. The Dutch coach also wants a forward to replace Cristiano Ronaldo, who left the …

Transfer Window Highlights, June 19: Manchester United in for Declan Rice and Mason Mount, East Bengal Sign Experienced Trio
1 year, 6 months ago

Transfer Window Highlights, June 19: Manchester United in for Declan Rice and Mason Mount, East Bengal Sign Experienced Trio

News 18  

Live Updates Transfer Market: Welcome to our live blog of the summer transfer window as football clubs around the world are trying hard to make signings and strengthen their squads. East Bengal FC, who plays in the Indian Super League, signed the experienced trio of Harmanjot Singh Khabra, Edwin Sydney Vanspaul and Mandar Rao Desai on free transfers. A few …

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 …

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 …

PSG superstar Neymar 'wants to join Man United in the summer and will refuse a move to another club'
1 year, 6 months ago

PSG superstar Neymar 'wants to join Man United in the summer and will refuse a move to another club'

Daily Mail  

Neymar reportedly has his heart set on joining Manchester United this summer and has no intention of leaving Paris Saint-Germain for any other club. Neymar has had a difficult relationship with PSG's supporters over the past couple of years and that combined with injuries and age have left the club looking to sell in the summer. The Red Devils are …

Manchester United emerge as leading contender to sign PSG superstar
1 year, 7 months ago

Manchester United emerge as leading contender to sign PSG superstar

India TV News  

Manchester United are leading the race to sign Paris-Saint Germain star forward Neymar this summer. The English Premier League giants are just one point short of securing Champions League football qualification next season and are looking to strengthen their attack with a Brazilian forward. According to a report from French outlet L'Equipe, Manchester United are ahead of their Premier League …

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 Supporters Trust urge the Glazers to be realistic with their valuation of the club
1 year, 7 months ago

Manchester United Supporters Trust urge the Glazers to be realistic with their valuation of the club

Daily Mail  

The Manchester United Supporters Trust have implored the Glazers to 'get on with it' with regards to selling the club. The Manchester United Supporters Trust say the Glazers should be realistic in their valuation 'Right now, most United fans are pretty frustrated by the whole process. MUST want assurances that United boss Erik ten Hag will have sufficient money to …

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 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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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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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 …

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 …

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 …

Man United bidders get a closer look ahead of potential sale
1 year, 9 months ago

Man United bidders get a closer look ahead of potential sale

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Bidders are getting a closer look at Manchester United as the potential sale of one of the biggest soccer clubs in the world gathers pace. The Glazers, who also own the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, announced in November that they were open to selling United as they explored “strategic alternatives.” “It is a phenomenal asset with a tremendously …

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