Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag claims that the club’s tour of the United States presents an ideal opportunity to discuss matters with the Glazer family.
This should take place amid ongoing uncertainty over the club’s takeover process.
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Qatari businessman Sheikh Jassim and Britain’s richest man Sir Jim Ratcliffe are both bidding for the club.
Ratcliffe’s strategy of buying United had previously made him the favorite. Sheikh Jassim’s bid appeared to be in the lead, but no final decision has been reached.
The Glazer family, who are hugely unpopular with the United fanbase, have been in a prolonged process of agreeing on the club’s sale.
Previously, there were concerns that the Glazers were not aligned in their decision-making due to the financial benefits they receive from their shares.
Two of the Glazer siblings, Joel and Avram, reportedly favored an option where an outside investor would buy a stake in the club to finance major capital projects.
However, a change of ownership now seems more likely.
Ten Hag has spoken with the Glazers informally but faces challenges in holding formal discussions due to their base in the US.
All six siblings reside in the US, and their visits to the UK are infrequent.
Regarding the takeover process, Ten Hag stated that it’s a club decision, and while he can give advice and recommendations, the ultimate decision lies with the club.
“That’s also a club decision,” Ten Hag said at the press conference.
“I’m more often in contact with them (the Glazers) so this is a good opportunity to share ideas and we can talk informally.
“It is obvious I can give advice and recommendations, but the decision is on the club.”
When asked about the effect the change of ownership would have on the ongoing transfers, Ten Hag said: “You make the question to the wrong person.
“Finance is not for me, I am aware about FFP (Financial Fair Play) rules etc. But across United, we do everything to get that target in.”
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Previously, US investment companies such as Elliott Management, the Carlyle Group, and Ares Management proposed minority investments into the club.
This would have allowed the Glazers to remain in their positions with increased spending power. However, this option is now viewed as unlikely.
