Sir Jim Ratcliffe to Attend Manchester United Match for the First Time After 25% Club Purchase Talks.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Ineos’ director of sport, is scheduled to attend Manchester United’s match against Tottenham Hotspur this Sunday. This marks his first in-person appearance since the confirmation of Ineos’ proposed 25% purchase of the club, a deal valued at £1 billion announced on Christmas Eve.

Ineos’ involvement in Manchester United has been notable, with Sir David Brailsford, Ineos’ director of sport, present at all three United matches since the purchase announcement. Jean Claude Blanc, Ineos chief executive, also attended the FA Cup win against Wigan. While official ratification of the deal is expected by the end of February, Brailsford and Blanc, as part of the agreement, will sit on the football club board during the interim period.

Representatives from Ineos spent extended periods at Old Trafford and United’s Carrington training ground last week, signaling their commitment to gaining a comprehensive understanding of the club. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, in meetings with staff, expressed his determination to restore Manchester United to the pinnacle of English football.

As Ineos continues to integrate into the club’s operations, their active presence at matches and training facilities underscores their eagerness to contribute to the future success and strategic decisions of Manchester United.