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Manchester United's landscape changed dramatically on Christmas Eve with Sir Ratcliffe completing the acquisition of a 25% stake in the club. However, the deal has raised three mysteries for fans and the world: What kind of change will Ratcliffe's administration bring?Will the management reshuffle affect Ten Hag's stay?When will the Glazer family really say goodbye to Manchester United?
1. Sir Ratcliffe's strategy and plan for reform.
Sir Ratcliffe announced the completion of the acquisition of a 25% stake in Manchester United on Christmas Eve, raising expectations among fans. It is reported that he plans to make substantial changes to the way United operate before the winter transfer window opens. ** Monaco sporting director Paul Mitchell will become Manchester United's sporting director, while Blanco, who has previously held general management at Juventus and Paris, is considering becoming Manchester United's chief executive. This series of personnel changes shows that Ratcliffe wants to completely change the way United operate by bringing in an experienced management team.
Second, Ten Hag's whereabouts are a mystery.
One of the biggest concerns for fans is Ten Hag's departure. Although Sky Sports has revealed that Ten Hag's managership is not under direct threat at the moment, an improvement in the team's results is imperative. Ratcliffe's arrival means Ten Hag will need to adapt to his new management, while at the same time placing more pressing demands on the team's results. Fans are looking forward to seeing Ten Hag lead the team back to the top and usher in new glory.
3. When will the Glazer family say goodbye to Manchester United.
The Glazer family's announcement of Manchester United was rumored back in late 2022, but it wasn't until Christmas Eve that Ratcliffe completed the acquisition of a 25% stake. Why did the deal drag on for 13 months?Initially, Ratcliffe was aiming for full control of the club, but in October 2022, he amended the agreement in an attempt to speed up the deal. Fans have been concerned that the continued retention of the Glazer family could hinder United's development, and the final result of the deal suggests that the Glazer family may still want to continue to profit from the Reds.
Challenges and expectations.
Manchester United currently sit 8th in the Premier League and face the possibility of not being able to play in Europe next season. Ratcliffe faces a huge challenge in reinventing the squad into an exciting presence in the competitive Premier League. Legendary Neville noted: "Ratcliffe is almost facing a back-to-back battle and if he doesn't work out, the Glazer family will likely stay at the club. ”
Behind the delay in the transaction.
Why was Ratcliffe's acquisition process so long?Initially, he was eager to take full control of the club, but the deal was still not made quickly after the agreement was amended. The Glazer family still seem bullish on United's future business potential, which is why they have been sticking to increasing their valuations. Fans are concerned about the Glazer family's "blood-sucking" behavior, and one of Ratcliffe's challenges is how to break the dilemma.
Future outlook. Manchester United announced through the club's official ** that Ratcliffe finished with 12£500 million acquired a 25% stake in the club and will invest 2£4.5 billion for facility refurbishment. The acquisition has sparked expectations for the future and ushered in a new era for Manchester United's transfer operations. How Ratcliffe will use his wealth and experience to change the fortunes of Manchester United has become the focus of fans' attention.
Summary. Ratcliffe's takeover marks a sea change for Manchester United. Fans are expecting him to lead United to the top of the Premier League again. The management reshuffle and Ten Hag's departure have left United's future uncertain. Ultimately, when the Glazer family leaves will be the next focus of fans' attention. In this new era, Ratcliffe will lead Manchester United wherever they want to go, and fans are eagerly awaiting the rebirth of Manchester United.