A growing number of Manchester United supporters have hit out at Sir Jim Ratcliffe amid claims that the British billionaire is offering a way for the Glazer family to remain involved with the club.
Manchester United takeover latest: Sheikh Jassim receives 'big news'
07.04.2023 - 01:31 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United's takeover continues to progress as we enter into the Easter weekend.
As things stand three parties have so far come forward to declare their interest in buying United from the Glazer family. Qatar's Sheikh Jassim, INEOS' Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Finnish businessman Thomas Zilliacus.
The Premier League recently announced changes to their owners and directors test which affects which people can takeover the running of a football club. Some had suggested that the alterations would lead to trouble for Jassim, however he has received some good news from a football finance expert.
ALSO READ: Neville highlights issue with United bids
Speaking to Football Insider, football finance expert Kieran Maguire has claimed that the changes the Premier League have made to the owners and directors test will not affect Jassim's bid to takeover United. He said: "As far as the changes to the owners and directors test, that have been agreed upon at the latest Premier League meeting, this will have zero impact in relation to a potential takeover of Man United.
"The changes don’t impact Sheikh Jassim or anyone from Saudi Arabia or other Middle Eastern states. Therefore, this is big news for Man United fans who are looking forward to the possibility of being owned by Sheikh Jassim.
"In terms of the proposals, there are going to be relatively few people who could previously buy a Premier League club that now can’t because of these changes."
The Telegraph reports that the Glazer family are planning to delve deeper into offers for Manchester United as they invite the leading bid contenders for negotiations in the coming days. Fears the controversial owners may now be planning to retain overall control have been raised by
The website celebfans.org is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
Popular Celebs
Popular Tags
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
25.04.2023 / 03:29
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag might have accidentally sent a statement to Glazers
Manchester United have won the Carabao Cup, they have reached the FA Cup final and Champions League football looks guaranteed.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
23.04.2023 / 17:49
Manchester United takeover latest as Glazers warned of 'open revolt'
The Glazer family have been handed a fresh warning about not selling Manchester United.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
15.04.2023 / 15:23
Gary Neville sends firm message to Carlyle amid Manchester United takeover links
Gary Neville has declared that Carlyle's reported interest in becoming a minority stakeholder in Manchester United is not what is best for the club.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.04.2023 / 03:51
Thomas Zilliacus makes Manchester United takeover decision as Erik ten Hag sent transfer message
Here are your Thursday morning Manchester United headlines.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
12.04.2023 / 09:43
Manchester United fans make Glazers point amid Jude Bellingham Liverpool update
Manchester United fans are eager to see Jude Bellingham make Old Trafford his new home this summer, although some are concerned how much the takeover process will impact a pursuit.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
12.04.2023 / 03:53
Thomas Zilliacus makes Manchester United takeover plea Sevilla confirm Europa League squad
Here are your Wednesday morning Manchester United headlines.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
06.04.2023 / 01:11
Manchester United takeover latest: Sheikh Jassim has 'no concerns' while Gary Neville has say
Manchester United bidders are running out of time before Easter to hear back from the Raine Group and the Glazer family about the next stage of the takeover process.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
31.03.2023 / 18:49
Micah Richards details former Manchester United player's 'biggest housery ever'
Former Manchester City defender Micah Richards has jokingly called out ex-Manchester United player Matteo Darmian for an incident in 2015.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
29.03.2023 / 01:31
Manchester United takeover latest: Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'confident' amid 'Qatar multi-club plans'
The Manchester United takeover process continues in the background as Premier League football prepares to return.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.03.2023 / 01:21
Manchester United takeover latest: Zilliacus apologises as revised bids 'fall short' for Glazers
The Manchester United takeover process does not look like ending anytime soon.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
27.03.2023 / 01:25
Manchester United takeover latest as Thomas Zilliacus reveals Liverpool FC bid stance
The battle to takeover Manchester United rumbles on this week following the drama of the last few days.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.03.2023 / 14:21
Thomas Zilliacus stance on Liverpool takeover after Manchester United bid
Finnish entrepreneur Thomas Zilliacus has ruled out an approach to bid for Liverpool after making an offer to buy Manchester United earlier this week.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.03.2023 / 04:31
Thomas Zilliacus lists four Manchester United takeover objectives if bid succeeds
Manchester United takeover bidder Thomas Zilliacus has listed four aims he would wish to carry out should he become the club’s next owner.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.03.2023 / 01:35
Manchester United takeover latest: Sheikh Jassim bid 'improved' as Zilliacus is on 'same level'
Official offers for Manchester United are finally in from three public bidders.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.03.2023 / 01:01
Sheikh Jassim submits second Manchester United takeover bid as Harry Maguire sends message
Here are your Saturday evening Manchester United headlines.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
25.03.2023 / 18:49
Sheikh Jassim submits second takeover bid for Manchester United
Qatar's Sheikh Jassim bin Hamas Al Thani has submitted his second bid for Manchester United.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
25.03.2023 / 15:45
Paris-Saint Germain decision sets Manchester United precedent amid Sheikh Jassim takeover bid
Paris Saint-Germain are set to escape serious UEFA sanctions despite incurring significant losses due to their sustained overspending across recent seasons.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
25.03.2023 / 15:45
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Nice tenure offers glimpse into potential Manchester United future
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been running football clubs for over five years now.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
25.03.2023 / 00:23
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford 'makes contract decision' amid takeover talk and more transfer rumours
Marcus Rashford will hold out on signing a new contract at Manchester United until assessing what prospective new owners can offer him, according to reports.