
‘Six feet from the finishing line’ – Man Utd takeover ‘ticking along’ with claims delay is down to bidders
The takeover of Man Utd is “quietly ticking along behind the scenes” despite the process facing “delays”, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
The takeover of Man Utd is “quietly ticking along behind the scenes” despite the process facing “delays”, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
Man Utd co-owner Avram Glazer could now be persuaded to keeping a stake in the club after the fan reaction at the FA Cup final, according to reports.
Man Utd bidder Sheikh Jassim and the Nine Two Foundation would rather “pull out” of the takeover race than be “rejected”, according to Ben Jacobs.
Sheikh Jassim is ready to increase his offer for Man Utd in a ‘final bid’ to take over the Premier League club, according to reports.
According to reports, there is a “split in opinion” among the Glazer family regarding whether a full sale of Man Utd should be accepted.
Man Utd owner Avram Glazer has responded to Cristiano Ronaldo barbs in a respectful manner after the Portugal international left the club.
“It’s a disappointing season for everyone and we’re going to work hard to make next season a better season.”
“You don’t want to see a generic PR quote that came out as an apology. That is not good enough.”
The Glazers feel a valuation of £4bn is ‘justified’ by the ‘unique heritage and commercial pulling power’ of Man United.
The Glazers won’t go willingly or cheaply, especially while there is more money to be sucked out of Man Utd…
“We got it wrong, and we want to show that we can put things right.”
The club confirmed “Manchester United will not receive any proceeds” from the sale of the Class A shares.
Man United executives have reportedly met with Saudi counterparts over a potential takeover of the club.