Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly informed Manchester United staff to 'seek alternative employment' if they are not prepared to work from the club's premises, as he continues to reform the club.
26.04.2024 - 10:43 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United staff are reportedly incensed by a decision from INEOS to cut back on the club's perks for the forthcoming FA Cup final next month.
The Reds are set to face local rivals Manchester City at the iconic Wembley Stadium on May 25, in a bid to conclude the season with some silverware. In previous FA Cup finals, including last year's 2-1 defeat to City, all 1,100 employees of United were given complimentary tickets, while senior staff and directors could invite friends and family.
For some high-ranking staff, not only would they receive a free ticket, but travel to and from Wembley was arranged, as well as a pre-match party, a post-match lunch and hotel accommodation in London - all at no cost. However, this will not be the case for the upcoming final, with INEOS boss Sir Jim Ratcliffe implementing changes.
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According to The Times, club staff received an email informing them that they would receive a free ticket to the game and nothing more. All other benefits - even for the senior staff members and directors - have been axed under Ratcliffe's supervision.
United employees have been informed they must pay £20 for coach travel to and from Wembley, while a one-way ticket will cost them £10. Some within the club perceive this as cost-cutting measures from Ratcliffe, who acquired his stake in the Red Devils just before the start of the year.
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