In a statement released earlier this afternoon, Man United confirmed that Ratcliffe was acquiring 25 per cent of the Glazers' shares and possibly another 25 per cent further down the line. The Englishman fought off Qatari competition earlier this year, and after weeks and weeks of delays, it's done. Well, whatever way you read it, finally, the deal that will see Sir Jim Ratcliffe acquire 25 per cent of Manchester United is complete. Is this an early Christmas present for Manchester United fans or an attempt to cover up a bad season? Sir Jim Ratcliffe minority stake in Manchester United confirmed
