Ratcliffe has recently officially become the new owner of Manchester United, and his 'Revival Manifesto' has undoubtedly given all Red Devils fans a look forward to the future. However, as a die-hard fan, I am both excited and apprehensive about this declaration. After all, Manchester United's glory doesn't happen overnight, especially after so many years of slumps.
First and foremost, Ratcliffe's emphasis is not simply on changing coaches, but on rebuilding a successful system and culture. I couldn't agree more. We all know that Manchester United's success in the past is not only due to the quality of the players, but more importantly to the well-established management system and club culture. However, I am somewhat confused by the management structure proposed by Ratcliffe. His proposed three-tier management system sounds beautiful, but it is still unknown whether it will work effectively in practice.
The secret to the success of Manchester United in the past, especially in the Ferguson era, was that the coach had enough power to decide everything about the team. Now, Ratcliffe seems to want to introduce a more decentralized approach to management, which makes me worry about a repeat of Bayern's internal friction. While modern football management is increasingly geared towards teamwork, it is difficult to imagine such a system being invincible in the heat of competition without a strong leadership core.
In addition, I have some reservations about the selection of new management. While the members of Ratcliffe's team have a wealth of management experience, most of them have not worked for a top club like Manchester United. In the world of football, experience and a tradition of success are very important. A person may do well in a small or medium-sized club, but that doesn't mean he can succeed at a big club like Manchester United.
When it comes to specific tactics and strategies, I hope Ratcliffe will really listen to the fans and experts and not just rely on his team of senior advisors. Manchester United's tradition is attacking football, and that must not be lost. What we need is tactics that bring out the potential of the players, the team spirit and the results at the same time.
Finally, I would like to say that as a true Manchester United fan, I have a lot of hope for the future of the club, but hope needs to be based on action. Ratcliffe's Manifesto for Restoration is a good start, but the key is to see the actions and results. It is only when we see the progress of the team on the pitch and the efficient operation of the management that we can truly believe that the revival of Manchester United is no longer a distant dream. Hopefully, in the near future, we will see a new, stronger Manchester United.