Kieran Maguire reveals Qatar frustration as new Sheikh Jassim-Man United details emerge
The Glazers have made the Man United takeover saga a ‘soap opera’ by remaining silent throughout the process.
That is the opinion of finance expert Kieran Maguire, who exclusively told Football Insider that both bidding groups are growing frustrated at the lack of progress in the deal.
Eight months after the Glazers announced that they were open to investment offers, there is still no decision made on whether the Red Devils will be sold.
The Daily Mail reported on Wednesday (19 July) that fears are now growing among the bidders that the Glazers could pause the process and decide to not sell the club.
Both Sheikh Jassim and Sir Jim Ratcliffe are waiting to hear back on their bids for the club – both of which exceed a valuation of £5billion.
Members of the Glazer family were present for United’s pre-season clash against Arsenal on Saturday (22 July), but refused to answer questions regarding the club’s takeover.
Maguire is not surprised by the Glazers’ silence but believes their lack of input has begun to frustrate the bidders.
“The behaviour of the Glazers is of no surprise in terms of silence followed by silence,” Maguire told Football Insider’s Sean Fisher.
“The lack of progress in the deal has certainly frustrated the camps of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sheikh Jassim.
“We are starting to see a drop in the share price as every day goes by without any news.
“It has turned Manchester United into a soap opera off the field, whereas fans would much rather be concentrating on matters on the field.
“There is no evidence that they have reduced the budget this summer, but a new owner definitely could have enhanced it and many will view that as a lost opportunity.“
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