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Tuesday briefing: Sir Jim Ratcliffe calls on Manchester United fans for “time and patience” after agreeing deal for 25 per cent stake in club

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2 January 2024 - 5:30 AM

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has asked Manchester United fans for “time and patience” as he bids to get the club back to the “very top” of world football following the confirmation of his agreement to acquire a 25 per cent stake in the club.

Under the deal, announced by United in a statement on Christmas Eve, the British billionaire will acquire 25 per cent of the Class B shares owned by the Glazers and tender an offer for up to 25 per cent of the Class A shares at US$33 each in a deal which w

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