Manchester United told Europa League fate as UEFA make threat over Sir Jim Ratcliffe ownership

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Manchester United has been given the green light to participate in the Europa League, following a decision by UEFA regarding their future in the competition – but the governing body has threatened that they won't be so lenient in future years.

Despite finishing eighth in the Premier League, Erik ten Hag's team clinched the FA Cup, a victory that secured them an automatic spot in Europe's second-tier competition for the upcoming season.

However, there were uncertainties about their eligibility to compete in the tournament due to Nice's qualification. The French club is also owned by Sir Jim Ratcliffe through his INEOS chemical company. READ MORE: INEOS could be about to get rid of something Erik ten Hag said he wanted at Manchester United READ MORE: Erik ten Hag admission hints at unthinkable Man United transfer decision thanks to FA Cup win Having finished fifth in Ligue 1 this past season, UEFA regulations stipulate that clubs owned by the same entity cannot compete in the same European competition.

Typically, the team that ranks lower in their respective league would be demoted to the Europa Conference League, which in this case would be United.