UEFA decisions hands Sir Jim Ratcliffe Manchester United takeover boost as transfer talks held
manchestereveningnews.co.ukHere are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday, 7 July. UEFA have allowed six clubs under joint ownership to compete in Europe next season, in what could be a boost to Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Manchester United bid.
Ratcliffe's INEOS company are one of two bidders looking to take control at United, but the Manchester-born businessman already owns Ligue 1 outfit Nice. Want to join our MUFC Pro club for a totally ad-free version of the MEN's Man United app packed with premium features? Click here. ALSO READ: United progressing with Onana deal and hold Suzuki talks The multi-club ownership model is becoming increasingly popular and there has been little appetite from governing bodies to push back on it, with the decision of UEFA's Club Financial Control Body (CFCB) to allow the six teams affected entry into competitions for 2023/24 another indication that it is likely to become more common.
Ratcliffe's bid for United is under consideration, alongside a Qatari offer led by Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani. The Glazers are yet to decide which offer they prefer.
Read the full story here. Manchester United football director John Murtough is holding extensive talks with Atalanta over a possible deal for striker Rasmus Hojlund.
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