Manchester United are favourites to sign Germany playmaker Florian Wirtz next summer - according to reports.
18.11.2023 - 20:03 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United fans are hoping that an announcement on Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s arrival will be made in the coming week.
The INEOS chief's 25 per cent stake purchase is expected to be ratified by the Glazers before United kick off against Everton in eight days’ time. Ratcliffe is set to take on sporting control of the club amid his scheduled £1.3billion investment.
Reports have also suggested that the 71-year-old will give £245m towards infrastructure rejuvenation with Old Trafford and training facilities in desperate need of refurbishment. Wednesday will mark a year since the Glazers confirmed they were seeking investment opportunities.
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A report from Football Insider claims Ratcliffe’s arrival will not affect Erik ten Hag’s January plans. Those inside United were concerned about breaching Financial Fair Play rules in the summer and the same concern will be present in the upcoming window.
The Reds spent more than £170m having spent £225m the year prior. Last January, United were forced to lean on the loan market as a result of their spending and could be as equally hesitant this time around, perhaps especially so amid Everton’s recent hefty sanction for FFP breaches.
It is most likely that next summer will be the first window when Ratcliffe’s investment will be utilised. Activity in the new year transfer market may depend on United’s status in Europe, with the Champions League
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