Sheikh Jassim could have just days left to save Manchester United takeover

13.10.2023 - 14:03 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

If the latest reports are to be believed, Sheikh Jassim's hopes of completing a takeover at Manchester United have just got slimmer.

The Qatari banker launched his bid for the club all the way back in February after the Glazers announced they were 'seeking strategic alternatives' last November.

Sheikh Jassim emerged as an early frontrunner, although British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has remained firmly in the race as well.

Several rounds of bidding have followed since those February bids, before the Sheikh submitted a fifth and final offer for United in June having decided the current owners and the Raine banking group which is conducting the sale process have had ample time to seek or request clarification and revision of his offer. ALSO READ: What happened in behind-closed-doors friendly ALSO READ: United are set for season-defining run of fixtures However, it appears Sir Jim has been more flexible.

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