Red Devils Europa Loss Followed by Layoffs and BBQ Blunder

Despite the gloom, United held a pre-planned barbecue at Carrington, meant to celebrate a potential win, per The Mirror. BBC Sport noted the event went ahead, though fan posts on X slammed it as tone-deaf. Some called it a “loser’s cookout” amid the looming layoffs.

United’s 16th-place Premier League standing, marks their worst season since 1973-74. Tottenham’s victory cost United a $10 million prize, with Daily Mail reporting a $160 million share value drop. The club’s $714 million debt, per The Athletic, looms large.

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Ratcliffe faced staff boos at a final screening, Sky Sports reported. His cuts, including scrapping free lunches, fueled unrest. Fans on Instagram are calling for Christiano Ronaldo to buy the club and take it back to the top.

Ruben Amorim, backed with a $100 million transfer budget for 2025 per The Guardian, faces pressure to rebuild. Manchester Evening News suggests stars like Rashford and Sancho may be sold. United’s summer now hinges on a critical reset.

No victory parade was planned, respecting staff facing redundancy, per Sun Sport. The Carrington barbecue, however, left a bitter taste for some. United’s final match against Aston Villa offers little solace with no European football next season.

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