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The fans have wanted to sell the club for a long time, and now the time has finally come. According to The Sun, the Glazer family would have decided who will win the race for Manchester United. After a long bidding process, Sir Jim Ratcliffe (70) would have been chosen as the new owner. His offer should convince the two Glazer brothers Joel (56) and Avram (62), who act as co-CEOs of the club, more than that of Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani (44).
Ratcliffe is the founder and owner of the chemical giant Ineos, his fortune is estimated by “Forbes” at about 21 billion francs. The offer from the Ineos Sport Group, which also owns Lausanne-Sport and OGC Nice, is said to be close to the required six billion. According to the latest information, it initially includes a takeover of 50 percent of the shares, after three years at the earliest, full control must be transferred to Ratcliffe’s company. So the Glazers stayed on board for the time being.
For once, a Middle Eastern bidder appears to be getting nothing. The Qatari Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani is the older brother of the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani (42).
His offer would be close to 5.6 billion francs, the purchase would be made by the “Nine Two Foundation” created by the sheikh. Interesting: Al-Thani would have paid the entire amount immediately, while Ratcliffe would initially only take over half of the club. Has the last word finally been spoken?
Fans want to get rid of Glazers
It is not known whether the fans of the record champion will like the new owner. The Americans have long wanted to get rid of several associations, preferably completely. Apparently some are frustrated with the serious consideration of an Ineos takeover, as the Glazers would still have a say in the matter.
The leaders around sports director John Murtough (52) also have to think about their job. When it comes to club takeovers, it is common for the new owners to fill key positions with their own confidants to take full control.
Money and talent blessing also for Lausanne?
Should the traditional English club go to the British entrepreneur, it could also have consequences for Swiss football and the sport of Lausanne in particular. The Red Devils could potentially bring young players into adult football and benefit from a training fee on sales and transfers. (nsa)
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Source : Blick
I’m Emma Jack, a news website author at 24 News Reporters. I have been in the industry for over five years and it has been an incredible journey so far. I specialize in sports reporting and am highly knowledgeable about the latest trends and developments in this field.
