Manchester United takeover latest as new Sir Jim Ratcliffe plan 'being considered'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United’s share price bounced back slightly amid this week’s news that Sir Jim Ratcliffe could pivot into acquiring a small stake in the club.
Investors have seemingly deemed that as a better option than the Glazers staying with a 69 per cent majority, although the scenario would still see the owners in situ with the most influence.
It’s now been more than 10 months since the club was put up for sale. The Manchester Evening News understands that Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani’s bid remains at the takeover table despite Avram and Joel’s reluctance to sell.
The Qatari banker is yet to receive a response since submitting his latest bid of £5billion. READ MORE: Why Manchester United haven't recalled Alvaro Fernandez READ MORE: United banner restored following vandalism from Galatasaray fans MEN Sports understands that Ratcliffe’s minority bid would be worth around £1.5bn.
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