Sir Jim Ratcliffe completes Man Utd takeover

Manchester United have confirmed that Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s 25% share purchase has now been finalised.

Ratcliffe received Premier League approval from the Premier League last week and, with the Football Association also now giving the green light, Ratcliffe and INEOS are free to start work at Old Trafford.

“To become co-owner of Manchester United is a great honour and comes with great responsibility,” Ratcliffe said in a statement.

“This marks the completion of the transaction, but just the beginning of our journey to take Manchester United back to the top of English, European and world football, with world-class facilities for our fans. Work to achieve those objectives will accelerate from today.”

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