The failed Manchester United takeover that paved the way for £6bn revolution
There has never been a time before when football ownership has ever been such a hotly debated topic.
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Manchester United’s potential new owners line up to offer bare minimum
Manchester United takeover stories aren’t what they once were. Time was when they were all about glittering, outlandish promises made by “characters”. Michael Knighton juggling footballs before a half-rapturous, half-bemused Stretford End for example, promising to spend £10m (ask your grandad what that meant in 1989 money) on doing up the ground. Admittedly Knighton’s bid failed and he slunk off to Carlisle, where he had fun sort-of claiming he had seen a UFO and falling out spectacularly with local media and fans.
Erik ten Hag ‘dealt January transfer budget blow’ and more Manchester United rumours
Erik ten Hag is set to have his spending budget for January slashed after the club forked out more than £225m this summer.
Lionel Messi overtakes Manchester United hero Cristiano Ronaldo as he sets goalscoring record
Lionel Messi’s winner against Lyon on Sunday saw him jump ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo for the most non-penalty goals by a single player in football history.
Manchester United Supporters’ Trust issue demands of any new owners as hopeful buyers circle
As interested parties start to make their intentions known and hopes emerge that the Glazers could sell Manchester United, the club’s supporters trust have made it clear what they want to see from any new owner.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe confirms Manchester United plans as billionaire outlines vision for club
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe has two things the Glazers didn't have when they bought Manchester United
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's declaration of interest in buying Manchester United could well be the green shoots of hope that fans have been crying out for for several years.
What Sir Jim Ratcliffe said about Manchester United midfielder Fred
Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s spokesperson confirmed on Wednesday that the billionaire would be interested in taking over Manchester United from the Glazers, which has been met with an overwhelmingly positive reaction from supporters.