Manchester United takeover latest as Erik ten Hag reveals Glazer contact

Manchester United fans continue to wait for a conclusion to the club's protracted takeover.

Current owners the Glazer family announced their decision to seek strategic alternatives in November, meaning the hunt for a potential new owner is now into its ninth month. Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim and British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe remain in the frame to take over, although the Glazers staying with fresh investment has also not been ruled out.

Manager Erik ten Hag will no doubt be keen to have the club's future finalised as he looks to press on in the transfer market this summer. He has now spoken about his conversations with the Glazers, while reports have also suggested why there has been such a long delay.

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With that in mind, MEN Sport has taken a quick look at the very latest news on the takeover front.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says he can speak to the Glazers 'when I want to' despite the ongoing silence around the club's takeover.

United co-chairman Avram Glazer made a rare public appearance at the Reds' 2-0 win over Arsenal at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Saturday. As he passed United journalists following the match Glazer was asked about the takeover and responded: "I’m just here to enjoy the game" and declined to comment further on the situation.

Ten Hag has now been asked about his contact with the owners, but has not spoken to them following the pre-season friendly win. Asked if he had spoken to Avram Glazer following the 2-0 friendly win over Arsenal,