Fabrizio Romano has just dropped a bombshell for Man United enthusiasts: Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s awaited deal is finally on the brink of being unveiled. Although it’s been a long wait, United fans can start preparing to mark this momentous occasion with champagne. However, amidst the celebration at Old Trafford,
Sir Jim Ratcliffe will acquire a 25% share in Manchester United as part of an agreement that the Red Devils have confirmed.
Ratcliffe’s long-anticipated acquisition of a portion of Man Utd has finally been completed. As a result, the owner of OGC Nice will now oversee the football operations of the club, covering all aspects from the men’s and women’s teams to the academy.
Avram Glazer and Joel Glazer expressed their satisfaction with the deal, emphasizing their commitment to exploring various options to uplift Manchester United, particularly focusing on success across all teams. They highlighted the commercial experience and substantial financial commitment that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS bring, aiming to leverage INEOS Sport’s expertise to enhance the club’s performance.
Ratcliffe, as the INEOS chairman, expressed delight in assuming management responsibility for the club’s football operations. He acknowledged the untapped potential despite the club’s commercial success, promising to utilize INEOS Sport’s global knowledge and resources to drive further improvement. The shared goal is to bring Manchester United back to its pinnacle in English, European, and world football, with a long-term commitment and dedication to collaboration across the board, staff, players, and fans.
