British billionaires Sir Ratcliffe and Bruno Fernandes could spark between future Manchester United investors and captains. The British tycoon is selling for 12The £500 million** purchase of a stake in Manchester United, with the deal nearing completion.
The CEO of Ineos is reportedly buying a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United, meaning that Raphael Varane and Casemiro could be sold.
The 71-year-old tycoon seems to have a bit of a problem not only with Real Madrid's legendary player, but also with Manchester United's midfield maestro Fernandes.
At the beginning of his "Grit, Rigor and Humor: The Story of Ineos," Ratcliffe talks about a hand-to-hand fight scene at one of his football games in the Pacific**. He said the ground trembled whenever Cook Islanders hit each other.
He added that one player was "put in the back seat of a pickup truck because of a broken leg."
Ratcliffe subtly taunted the United captain, pointing out that it was in stark contrast to Fernandes' complaints about his uninjured face in the last heavy defeat against Liverpool.
He was referring to Fernandes' performance at Anfield last season when they were beaten 7-0.
In a scramble with Reds goalkeeper Alisson, he fell to the ground and tried to send off French defender Conatel.
However, as soon as the opponent got rid of him, Fernandes covered his face, which led Manchester United legends Gary Neville and Roy Keane to lash out at him.
Speaking in the Sky Sports commentary at the time, Neville said: "They were checking for a foul on the opponent's elbow, but it was actually a collision in the chest.
Oh, he covered his face. Bruno Fernandes' performance was too embarrassing. It was obviously a blow to the chest, but he fell to the ground. He's a real disappointment at times. ”
Keane even criticized: "Fernandez's body language is simply shameful. He's a really talented lad, but he's the captain of Manchester United.
He's very talented, but he really can't wave his arms and look like he's not going back. Are you happy with his influence in the dressing room?”
Interestingly, Bruno Fernandes will not be available for Manchester United's game against Liverpool due to suspension, with British commentator Richard Keys believing he deliberately received a yellow card against Bournemouth.