Manchester United takeover news LIVE Sheikh Jassim's 'huge boost' as Man Utd share price drops

The summer transfer window has now been open for one week and the protracted Manchester United takeover process is thought to be impacting plans.

It's been more than seven months since the Glazers announced plans to explore 'strategic alternatives', and while prospective buyers have been whittled down to two, neither Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani nor Sir Jim Ratcliffe have any more clarity on their progress.

Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim has reportedly received a boost in his pursuit, with the Glazer family agreeing on their preferred outcome. Previously, brothers Joel and Avram Glazer were wanting to retain a minority share - something proposed by Ratcliffe - but both are now said to be willing to sell 100% of the club.

A relatively quiet spell in terms of developments has caused the share price to drop after days of sharp increases. Come the market's close last night, shares were priced at $22.63, having started the day at $23.61.

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After several days of United's share price rising, relative quiet on the takeover front has sparked a slight decrease.

Shares began the day at $23.61, dropping to $22.63.

Sheikh Jassim has received a 'huge boost' in his prospective takeover of United with the Glazer family finally on the same page, according to the Mirror.

There has been long-standing debate over a full sale, with brothers Joel and Avram both thought to be keen on retaining a minority share - something Sir Jim Ratcliffe has proposed in his bid.

However, the family are now said to be united regarding a full sale, something that Sheikh Jassim has vowed to go through with, should he be granted exclusivity.

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