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Manchester United told Europa League fate as UEFA make threat over Sir Jim Ratcliffe ownership
03.06.2024 - 08:07 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
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.
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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.
But as reported by The Times, both United and Nice will be permitted to compete in the Europa League next season. UEFA's Club Financial Control Board is set to deliver a verdict on multi-club ownership issues on Monday, reports the Mirror.
It is anticipated that the CFCB will approve United's participation alongside Nice, subject to certain conditions. They will also be cautioned that the forthcoming season will be considered transitional, and such leniency will not be extended in future years.
The CFCB is also set to rule that Nice should be operated via a 'blind trust' by
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