Just a week following the acquisition by Manchester United’s new owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, significant measures have been implemented concerning two players within the club.
Ratcliffe's injection of £1.25 billion into Manchester United has recently been finalized, signaling a significant change in the club's ownership landscape.
Ratcliffe’s injection of £1.25 billion into Manchester United has recently been finalized, signaling a significant change in the club’s ownership landscape.
INEOS now holds roughly 25 percent of the shares, granting them control over the club’s football operations, although the Glazer family remains the majority owner.
United opted for a low-key January transfer window, a trend mirrored across the Premier League.
Currently sitting in sixth place in the Premier League, their primary objective is securing a Champions League berth for the upcoming season.
However, United’s aspirations took a blow after a 2-1 defeat to Fulham at Old Trafford widened the gap between them and the Champions League spots.
Aston Villa’s victory over Nottingham Forest further distanced them from Erik ten Hag’s side in the league standings.
As the summer transfer window looms, speculation surrounds the futures of several players in the United squad.
INEOS’s first summer at Old Trafford is expected to be eventful, with potential arrivals and departures shaping the team’s roster.
Reports suggest that midfielders Casemiro and Sofyan Amrabat are likely to depart in the summer.
Amrabat, currently on loan from Fiorentina, is unlikely to secure a permanent deal. Meanwhile, United are exploring the option of selling Casemiro, acquired from Real Madrid in 2022, if a suitable buyer emerges.
In a surprising turn, United are rumored to be considering a summer move for Luton Town midfielder Ross Barkley to reinforce their squad amid potential departures.
The upcoming transfer window promises excitement and activity for United as they navigate player movements to strengthen their squad while adhering to Financial Fair Play regulations.
With INEOS now wielding influence at Old Trafford, fans can anticipate a period of transition and evolution as the club charts its course for the future.