Sir Jim Ratcliffe looks set to bring with him a wealth of world-class sporting experience should he complete a deal to take a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United.
The deal is reportedly set to go before the United board this week after Sheikh Jassim's bid for a full takeover of the club was withdrawn on Saturday.
It's reported that part of such a deal would be to hand over sporting operations at United to Ratcliffe and his team, with a view to making urgent improvements to on-pitch performance.
His statement in February upon announcing his bid for full ownership of the club read: "We would see our role as the long-term custodians of Manchester United on behalf of the fans and the wider community. ALSO READ: United don't need Qatar's money to get what they want ALSO READ: Ratcliffe needs to deliver his Nice promise at United "We are ambitious and highly competitive and would want to invest in Manchester United to make them the number one club in the world once again.
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