After two decades of controversial ownership, the American family is reportedly in discussions with a UAE-based consortium, placing Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s future involvement in doubt.
A seismic shift could be on the horizon for Manchester United, as the club’s much-maligned owners, the Glazer family, are now reportedly open to a full sale. This potential move comes just months after selling a minority stake to British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, throwing the club’s long-term ownership into a new state of flux.
According to reports from the renowned social media account IndyKaila, United officials are scheduled to meet with a “very serious” consortium from the United Arab Emirates in London.
This development suggests the Glazers are actively exploring a complete exit after nearly 20 years of ownership, a period marked by persistent fan protests and discontent.
The news casts significant doubt on the future role of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS group, who were only granted full control of football operations late last year following their minority investment. A full sale to a new owner would likely see Ratcliffe forced out, abruptly ending his ambitious project to rebuild the club’s sporting side.
These rumors gained further traction when Saudi Arabia’s Turki Al-Sheikh, a senior government official, stated on social media that the club was in “an advanced stage” of a sale to a new investor. He later clarified that the bid was not Saudi-led, but his initial comments fueled the fire of a major impending change.
For a global fanbase that has long called for the Glazers to “Glazers Out,” these talks with a UAE-backed group represent the most concrete sign yet that their controversial reign could be coming to an end, potentially opening a new and uncertain chapter for the historic club.
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