Change is on the horizon for Manchester United after what has been a challenging season so far.
Manchester United takeover latest as Gary Lineker asks Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'change' question
16.12.2023 - 17:57 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United are still waiting for the green light when it comes to investment from Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
The 71-year-old INEOS founder, who was born in the Manchester area and grew up supporting the Premier League giants, is expected to complete his minority takeover imminently. Ratcliffe went head-to-head in the bidding along with Sheikh Jassim but the Qatari banker subsequently withdrew his interest.
Ratcliffe, who at first set his sights on purchasing a majority share, will become a 25 per cent stakeholder when the deal is eventually rubber-stamped. Here are your latest headlines regarding the takeover as the wait for the deal to go over the line continues.
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Gary Lineker is unsure how much will actually change at Old Trafford when INEOS founder Ratcliffe steps into the boardroom. As reported, investment from the British billionaire is pending. The deal is thought to be worth around £1.25billion and Ratcliffe will initially work alongside the much-maligned Glazer family.
United have endured a testing time on and off the pitch this season and, while his impending arrival might not be the fully-fledged takeover most supporters seemingly wanted, there is some hope Ratcliffe can restore the club to its former glory. Lineker, though, is not convinced as he chatted on The Rest Is Football podcast.
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The deal headed-up by Ratcliffe will be rubber-stamped at any time - according to reports.
United are still waiting for the go-ahead when it comes to welcoming the 71-year-old on board and there have already been delays in making an announcement. It was initially
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