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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jamie Jackson

Ratcliffe cites Casemiro as reason to shake up Manchester United transfers

Casemiro reacts during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Brentford
Casemiro’s signing was cited by Sir Jim Ratclife as an example of the club’s sub-standard transfer policy. Photograph: Michael Regan/Getty Images

Sir Jim Ratcliffe questioned Manchester United’s recent transfer policy during his visit to the club in March, with the prospective new minority owner citing the previous summer’s acquisition of Casemiro as an example of what he views as questionable recruitment.

Ratcliffe, whose bid to purchase 25% of the club is expected to be voted on during a board meeting on Thursday, believes United run a productive commercial operation but that investment in the squad could be markedly improved.

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