EPL
Jim Ratcliffe THREATENED to pull plug on Utd if Christmas Day deadline wasn’t met
Sir Jim Ratcliffe had threatened to withdraw his £1.03 billion offer for Manchester United if the Glazers did not accept it by Christmas Day.
However, it appears that the Glazers could have the ability to force Ratcliffe to sell his 25% stake in the club in just 18 months.
Ratcliffe’s announcement on December 24th took many by surprise, but recent paperwork filed with the New York Stock Exchange has revealed that the Ineos billionaire was prepared to walk away if a deal was not reached.
Despite this, United announced a loss of £25.8 million for the quarter ending on September 30th, although they also posted record revenues of £157 million for the same period.
The negotiations between Ratcliffe’s company Trawlers Limited and the Glazer family have been ongoing since February of the previous year, with progress finally being made in discussions held between December 18th and 22nd.
The Glazer family had indicated their willingness to entertain offers for the club in November 2022, leading to 26 non-disclosure agreements being signed, with 19 parties invited to submit bids.
Sheikh Jassim appeared to be a frontrunner at one point but withdrew from the process in mid-October.
United’s recent financial figures also revealed that the club’s wage bill has increased by 9.7% to £90.3 million following the signing of seven new players in the summer transfer window.
Additionally, the return to the Champions League this season has likely led to an increase in player salaries due to clauses in their contracts.
Manager Erik ten Hag has sanctioned nearly £180 million worth of new signings, including Mason Mount, Rasmus Hojlund, and Andre Onana.
To offset these expenses and comply with the Premier League’s Financial Fair Play guidelines, the club has received around £30 million from the sales of Anthony Elanga, Fred, and Dean Henderson.
However, United’s financial forecast for 2024 has been revised downwards following their disappointing early exit from European football.
As a result of finishing bottom of their Champions League group, the club has missed out on additional midweek matches and prize money, which could cost them between £30 and £45 million.
EPL
Ruben Amorim’s Last Old Trafford Match Shows Exactly What Man Utd Are Missing
Ruben Amorim’s last visit to Old Trafford with Braga is a stark reminder of the tenacity Manchester United has been missing.
Now, as Erik ten Hag’s tenure comes to an end, United has appointed Amorim as the club’s new manager, hoping he will inject the fighting spirit his Sporting CP side has exemplified, winning two league titles and three domestic cups.
The Red Devils’ lack of resilience this season has been evident, particularly in disheartening 3-0 defeats to Liverpool and Tottenham.
However, Amorim’s 2012 visit to Old Trafford with Braga during the Champions League shows a different type of United—a team that never shied away from a comeback.
In that memorable match, Amorim’s Braga stunned the home crowd, with Brazilian striker Alan scoring twice within the first 20 minutes to give Braga a 2-0 lead. But under Sir Alex Ferguson, United’s resilience was legendary.
Javier Hernandez halved the deficit just five minutes later, Jonny Evans scored an equalizer in the 62nd minute, and ‘Chicharito’ completed the comeback with a winning goal 15 minutes before the final whistle.
The last time United staged a similar comeback was in December 2023, when Rasmus Hojlund’s late goal sealed a 3-2 Boxing Day victory over Aston Villa. Unfortunately, these moments have been rare in recent years.
Ten Hag’s response to United’s loss against Tottenham earlier this season only underscored the team’s lack of self-belief. Reflecting on that game, he said, “I ignore that game against Spurs because we were down to 10, and the red card was later overturned.
Everyone agreed it wasn’t the right decision; it was an injustice to assess the team on that performance.”
If Ten Hag lacked confidence in the team’s ability to fight back, it’s no wonder the players have struggled with resilience. Now, with Amorim’s arrival, there’s hope that he can inspire a revival, driving United to display the grit and determination that once defined the club.
EPL
David de Gea Sends Another Message to Erik ten Hag After Man Utd Sacking
David de Gea continues to prove former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag wrong, earning the Man of the Match award in Fiorentina’s 1-0 win over Genoa.
Since signing with Fiorentina on a one-year contract over the summer, De Gea has shown he still has what it takes after spending 14 months away from professional football.
United released him in 2023 despite his Golden Glove win, choosing to replace him with Andre Onana to align with Ten Hag’s focus on ball-playing ability from the back.
At the time of his departure, De Gea had reportedly agreed to a contract extension before United withdrew the offer.
Following Ten Hag’s sacking this week, De Gea shared his reaction with a simple “pinched fingers” emoji, a symbol often used in Italy to convey frustration or disbelief.
In Thursday’s match, the 33-year-old delivered several critical saves, securing a clean sheet and lifting Fiorentina to fourth in Serie A.
Fiorentina manager Raffaele Palladino praised the victory: “It was a hard-fought, gritty win in a challenging environment. These types of victories build character and give us confidence.”
Palladino has previously described De Gea as “world-class,” applauding him for saving two penalties in Fiorentina’s 2-1 win over AC Milan earlier this month.
“He’s a true champion and role model,” Palladino said. “Every day, we’re grateful to have such a top goalkeeper.”
EPL
OFFICAL: Man Utd Appoint Amorim as New Head Coach
Manchester United is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ruben Amorim as Head Coach of the men’s first team, pending work visa approval.
According to Club website, Amorim will officially take over on November 11, after fulfilling his current commitments, with a contract lasting until June 2027 and an option for an additional year.
Amorim is regarded as one of the most promising young managers in European football.
With an impressive record as both a player and a coach, he led Sporting CP to two Primeira Liga titles, including their first in nearly two decades.
Until Amorim’s arrival, Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue to oversee the team.
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