Sir Jim Ratcliffe might soon break the Glazer family’s full ownership of Manchester United, with his £1.3bn investment expected by month-end. (Metro.co.uk)
While Ratcliffe assumes control of football operations, the Glazers maintain overall club control, disappointing some fans.
Though not the complete buyout hoped for, ending the Americans‘ 18-year control of the Red Devils is on the horizon.
Jim Ratcliffe plans to inject £245m into improving Old Trafford and the Carrington training ground.
Despite owning various sports teams, questions linger about Ratcliffe’s intentions for the club. In 2021, Ratcliffe’s attempt to buy Chelsea hinted at his aspirations for United, despite the £2.5bn bid’s failure.
He promised Chelsea fans an extra £1.75bn investment over a decade and pledged to enhance Stamford Bridge without profit motives.
Jim Ratcliffe admitted at the time of his bid that he is a Chelsea season ticket holder.
The 71-year-old used the season ticket to entertain clients for his company, INEOS.
If he successfully takes over Man Untied, his promise to Chelsea fans should be make United fans happy.
Meanwhile, Jim Ratcliffe owns cycling team Team Ineos Grenadiers and Swiss football club Lausanne-Sport, showcasing his diverse sports ownership interests.
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