There still appears to be no clear way forward regarding the sale process of Manchester United with some fearing a full sale may not take place.
The highest bids received so far appear to be around £5billion from Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani and Sir Jim Ratcliffe whilst Finnish businessman, Thomas Zilliacus has also tabled an offer although it is believed to be for a lesser amount.
Reports are suggesting however that the offers still fall short of the £6billion that the Glazer family are looking for which could mean they could retain control at Old Trafford and accept an offer of a minority stake in the club.
According to the Daily Mail, Elliott Investment Management have made such an offer that would leave the Glazers in charge but provide the necessary funding required to upgrade Old Trafford.
The outlet also reports that Avram Glazer is ‘against a full sale’ of the Red Devils whilst the other five brothers are willing to consider it at the right price.
They suggest the eldest brother requested the Raine Group to attract bidders on a ‘fishing expedition’ to gain an understanding of how much the club could be worth should they sell in the future.
It seems therefore that all options remain on the table but fans will want certainty as soon as possible.
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