Manchester United have been dealt Sheikh Jassim takeover warning

Manchester United supporters have watched on enviously this morning as a Premier League rival managed to complete a takeover of their club.

Before the international break, talk of a sale at Everton was not in the public domain although sentiment against the current board on Merseyside was at an all-time low. While the benefits of 777 partners have been disputed it is hard not to feel a twinge of jealousy at how quickly a deal has managed to be completed.

Of course, securing a takeover at Everton compared to a club the size of United is always going to be quicker but the uncertainty being bred by the current regime only adds to the frustration. The Glazers announced in November their 'strategic review' in regards their ownership of the club.

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Yet despite Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani both making offers, the American owners have yet to provide any meaningful updates on what is happening. Yes, there is some confidentiality agreements which need to be adhered to but clarity on whether they still intend to sell the club would be welcomed.

MEN Sport reported in August Sheikh Jassim was concerned the Glazers may pull the plug on a sale at any moment. While the offer he made remains on the table, Everton's takeover proves United cannot rely on the situation remaining the same forever.

777 partners were originally linked with investing in newly promoted Sheffield United but when a deal seemed not to be viable they quickly moved on to the Toffees. This exact situation could easily be replicated with the Reds if the sale process is not confirmed soon.

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