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Manchester United rumors: Sir Jim Ratcliffe finally makes decision on Erik ten Hag

As the curtain falls on another tumultuous season for Manchester United, the spotlight shines brightly on the managerial hot seat at Old Trafford. With Erik ten Hag’s future hanging in the balance, the club finds itself at a crossroads, facing critical decisions that could shape its trajectory for years.

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Two out, two in: Journo names the highly-rated duo on United’s shortlist to bolster depleted position

It’s no secret that a centre-back will be atop Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s transfer shortlist ahead of his first window as Manchester United co-owner. Central defence has quickly become the Red Devils’ most depleted position this season following a seemingly never-ending and debilitating injury crisis.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / 18 hours ago

Ratcliffe meets with Mendes about Man Utd targets Neves, Leao

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has met with agent Jorge Mendes. The Mirror says Ratcliffe has held a strategy meeting with Mendes ahead of the summer market.

Jim Ratcliffe News / Tribal Football / 22 hours ago

Man Utd co-owner Ratcliffe favouring Ten Hag staying

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is now leaning towards backing manager Erik ten Hag next season. ESPN says a lack of top class available alternatives and the problems that need to be addressed has Ratcliffe now favouring keeping hold of the Dutchman.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 27

‘We can come closer if…’: Ten Hag sends straightforward message to Ratcliffe over his summer expectations

Erik ten Hag has admitted that Manchester United are not currently in a position to rival the likes of Manchester City and Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 26

Trusted journo claims the ‘expectation’ is that Ten Hag is sacked; he’s already attracting interest from one club

It’s been widely speculated that Erik ten Hag is on borrowed time at Manchester United following the arrival of minority co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Questions

Soccer News / ClutchPoints / April 26

Manchester United rumors: 11 players to be axed in a massive rebuilding job

Manchester United could be in for a major shakeup this summer, with reports suggesting that as many as 11 players could be shown the door as Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes the reins to transform the club.

Soccer News / ClutchPoints / April 26

Manchester United rumors: Sir Jim Ratcliffe makes decision on Ivan Toney

Manchester United Football Club is reportedly eyeing a summer move for Brentford striker Ivan Toney as part of a dressing room overhaul led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 26

Erik ten Hag bans three newspapers from asking questions at press conference

Erik ten Hag banned three newspapers from asking questions at his Friday press conference. According to the Daily Mail, the Manchester United manager would not take any questions from three media outlets ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Burnley at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / Stretty News / April 26

United’s summer transfer budget revealed as £450k worth of wages will be slashed from payroll upon duo’s exit

Manchester United are gearing up for their first-ever transfer window of the Sir Jim Ratcliffe era, which is expected to bring wholesale changes across the board.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 26

‘Wide of the mark’: Top source plays down outside interest in struggling United star

Numerous Manchester United players face uncertain futures heading into the first transfer window of the Sir Jim Ratcliffe era. Despite putting pen to paper on a five-year deal last July, Marcus Rashford has again been at the centre of transfer speculation away from his boyhood club.

Manchester United News / ESPN / April 26

Mata: Man Utd should follow Arsenal's example

Juan Mata believes Manchester United should take a leaf out of Arsenal's book in their attempt to challenge for top honours and said he's hopeful that the "future will be bright" under the new stewardship of new co-owner Sir.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 26

Dan Ashworth takes action against Newcastle after excessive compensation demands

Dan Ashworth is reportedly set to take Newcastle to arbitration to push through a move to Manchester United ahead of the summer. The sporting director is currently on gardening leave since February after he informed Newcastle of his wishes to join Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / Stretty News / April 25

As many as 12 players could leave Manchester United this summer

Manchester United are reportedly planning a squad overhaul this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his new football operations team set out their plans to bring success back to England’s greatest club.

Jim Ratcliffe News / Tribal Football / April 24

Really? Man Utd try to low-ball Newcastle on Ashworth

Manchester United chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe must pay up if he wants Dan Ashworth. The Newcastle United sporting director is on gardening leave, as he wants to join the Red Devils.

Manchester United News / ClutchPoints / April 24

Manchester United reveal future academy stars in Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s revolution

As Manchester United grapples with the fallout of a challenging season, a glimmer of hope emerges from the club’s youth ranks. Despite recent setbacks, the emergence of a new generation of talent offers fresh optimism for the Red Devils and their faithful supporters.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 24

Ratcliffe ready to start 24/25 campaign with Ten Hag at the reins, but the manager is set to see his pay slashed

As it stands, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly preparing to start the 2024/2025 campaign with Erik ten Hag still in charge of Manchester United, contrary to recent reports.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 23

Gary Neville believes INEOS are sending a ‘clear message’ at Manchester United

Gary Neville believes that INEOS have already made their mind up when it comes to the state of affairs at Manchester United. Following Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s deal to buy a minority stake of the football club in December, several appointments were made in the aftermath.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 23

United believe it would be ‘silly’ to sell ‘well respected’ player despite his reduced role in starting XI

Manchester United are expected to oversee a mass exodus of the squad in Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s maiden transfer window as co-owner. The INEOS CEO has made clear his desire to restore the club to its former glories and have them competing among the likes of Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool again.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 22

‘You can’t just turn it around’: Ratcliffe sympathises with ‘impatient’ United fans in rallying message

We can only speculate over what Sir Jim Ratcliffe took from Manchester United’s showing in the FA Cup semi-final on Sunday, as they certainly didn’t cover themselves in glory.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / April 22

Ratcliffe approaches Tuchel about Man Utd move

Departing Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel has been approached by Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Former Chelsea manager Tuchel will leave Bayern at the end of the season.

Manchester United News / Last Word On Sports / April 22

Coventry 3-3 Manchester United: Things We Learnt From Cup Classic

Manchester United rescued themselves from a downfall they once again orchestrated as they squeezed through to the FA Cup final with a penalty shootout victory over Championship side Coventry City in a FA Cup classic.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / April 21

Photo: Jim Ratcliffe spotted in conversation with Avram Glazer during United’s FA Cup tie at Wembley

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has finally arrived at Wembley to watch Manchester United take on Coventry City in the FA Cup semi-final. The new co-owner, 71, had a delayed arrival to the tie as he was running today’s London marathon, finishing with a remarkable time of 4:30:52.

Manchester United News / Last Word On Sports / April 20

Three Things Erik ten Hag Needs to Do to Revitalise Manchester United

It’s no secret that Manchester United are having a torrid season on the field. Currently sitting in seventh place, level on points with Newcastle United with a vastly inferior goal difference, 12 defeats in 32 games have seen the scrutiny on beleaguered coach Erik ten Hag sharply increase after what was a largely successful first season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / March 19

Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants Arsenal to win the Premier League this season

Manchester United minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reluctantly admitted that he would prefer Arsenal to win the Premier League. The Gunners are embroiled in a tough title race alongside Liverpool and Manchester City.