Man utd takeover news today
There have been several reports and rumors about a potential takeover of Manchester United Football Club in recent days. Here are some of the latest updates:
Reports of a potential takeover:
- According to a report by The Times, a group of investors led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the billionaire owner of Ineos, are considering a bid to buy Manchester United. The report suggests that Ratcliffe's group has been in talks with the Glazer family, who have owned the club since 2005, about a potential takeover.
- Another report by The Daily Mail claims that a group of investors, including the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), are also interested in buying Manchester United. The report suggests that the PIF has been in talks with the Glazer family about a potential takeover.
Glazer family's response:
- In a statement, the Glazer family said that they are not considering selling the club and are committed to Manchester United's long-term success. The statement read: "The Glazer family wishes to address the recent speculation regarding the potential sale of Manchester United Football Club. The family remains committed to the club and is not considering any sale or takeover."
Ratcliffe's response:
- Sir Jim Ratcliffe has denied reports that he is interested in buying Manchester United. In a statement, he said: "I can confirm that I am not involved in any bid to buy Manchester United. I have no interest in buying the club and I am focused on my business interests."
Other developments:
- The Premier League has confirmed that it has received a bid from a group of investors to buy Manchester United, but the identity of the bidders has not been disclosed.
- The Football Association (FA) has also confirmed that it has received a bid from a group of investors to buy Manchester United, but the identity of the bidders has not been disclosed.
It's worth noting that these reports and rumors are still speculative and there is no concrete evidence to suggest that a takeover is imminent. The Glazer family has denied any plans to sell the club, and Sir Jim Ratcliffe has denied any interest in buying the club.