Sheikh Jassim makes decision on keeping Glazers at Man Utd as last bid pondered

Ratcliffe leaves Old Trafford after Man Utd takeover talks

Sheikh Jassim is ‘not flexible’ and isn’t willing to let the Glazers stay at Manchester United as part of a takeover, according to reports. The Qatari billionaire has fallen behind Sir Jim Ratcliffe in the battle for ownership at Old Trafford. However, he’s now pondering an 11th hour bid to change everything as the saga continues to rumble on.

Ratcliffe is willing to let brothers Joel and Avram Glazer stay at United as part of his takeover plan, with the 70-year-old eager to own a club he’s long supported.

The INEOS chief would allow the siblings to keep minor stakes, before allowing them to cash out at a premium in the coming years ahead.

But journalist Ben Jacobs, speaking to GiveMeSport, has claimed Sheikh Jassim isn’t ‘flexible’ and only wants to own 100 per cent.

“Sheikh Jassim still feels that he’s in the race,” said Jacobs.

“From Ratcliffe’s point of view, he has always held a confidence because he believes his bid plays upon the fact that two of The Glazers, Joel and Avram, want to stay.

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“Sheikh Jassim is not flexible. It’s an all-or-nothing bid.

“Meanwhile, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is effectively telling the Glazers that it’s the dealer’s choice.

“If they want to stay in any capacity, as long as he gets control, he’s happy with that.”

Sheikh Jassim appears to be sticking to his guns, despite Ratcliffe looking more and more destined to seize control.

The Qatari figure is the more-popular choice among United supporters, mainly due to his reluctance to allow the Glazers to stay involved.

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But there’s still no guarantee he’ll get his wish of owning the Red Devils, despite the vast wealth he possesses.

Should Sheikh Jassim end up winning the race, however, then United could go down the Galactico route with reports suggesting he’s eyeing four marquee names.

Paris Saint-Germain duo Neymar and Kylian Mbappe would both be targets, with the pair among the best players in the world.

Neymar has endured some injury issues during his six years at the Parc des Princes but, when fully fit and firing, remains a top-class performer.

PSG fans recently called on the Brazil international to leave the club alongside Lionel Messi, who is poised to pursue a new challenge at the end of the season.

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As for Mbappe, there’s no denying he’d be a huge signing for United – especially given their need for a new No 9.

But Real Madrid have long admired the France international and, should they get wind of a potential exit, would likely challenge for the 24-year-old’s signature.

Los Blancos star Eduardo Camavinga is also a reported target for Sheikh Jassim.

And so too is Kingsley Coman, with the Bayern Munich star previously a target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during the Norwegian’s time in the dugout.

Meanwhile, back in February, Sheikh Jassim outlined his plans for the Red Devils in the event of any possible takeover.

“The bid plans to return the Club to its former glories both on and off the pitch, and — above all — will seek to place the fans at the heart of Manchester United Football Club once more,” a statement read.

“The bid will be completely debt free via Sheikh Jassim’s Nine Two Foundation, which will look to invest in the football teams, the training centre, the stadium and wider infrastructure, the fan experience and the communities the Club supports.

“The vision of the bid is for Manchester United Football Club to be renowned for footballing excellence, and regarded as the greatest football club in the world.

“More details of the bid will be released, when appropriate, if and when the bid process develops.”

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