Ratcliffe says it may take three years to fix United squad

New Manchester United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has claimed that it could take three summers to fix the club’s squad. The British billionaire completed a 28% purchase of the historic team about six months ago. Despite holding a relatively small slice of the Red Devils, Ratcliffe currently has significant control at the club.

The investor arrived at United as they were suffering their worst Premier League season in decades. Under manager Erik ten Hag, the Red Devils ultimately finished eighth in the English top-flight table. Their negative goal differential was also the team’s lowest figure in 34 years. The Dutch coach did help retain his position by collecting the FA Cup against all odds.

Although United did snatch a trophy, there are certainly plenty of issues within the squad. The club has spent freely in recent years and many of the deals have yet to pan out. Massive moves for Mason Mount, Andre Onana, Antony, Casemiro, Jadon Sancho, and Raphael Varane have all been under scrutiny by the team’s fanbase.

The sextet cost the club around $433 million in combined fees. As a result of these seemingly failed deals, United is now hindered in the transfer market.

British billionaire wants United to imitate Real Madrid

During a sprawling interview with Bloomberg, Ratcliffe covered a plethora of topics. Among these discussions included the billionaire admitting that he wants United to essentially emulate Real Madrid. The Spanish giants have remained at the top of Europe by making smart transfers, while also improving their historic stadium.

Ratcliffe, however, claimed that transforming the team would take some time due to their previous unsuccessful deals and current spending laws in place. “We’re sort of a bit handicapped in that sense, so I think we’ll do a fairly good job,” stated the businessman. “It will take two or three summer windows to get to a better place.”

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Author : Chris Moore

Publish date : 2024-06-20 14:51:25

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