Manchester United are looking into the possibility of taking over an Indian football club according to a former cricketer who is facilitating the deal.
Ex-India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has told the Telegraph in India that United are interested in purchasing East Bengal who play in the Indian Super League. When asked by the Indian newspaper whether United were hoping to come on board as investors, Ganguly said: "No, no (they are coming) as an owner.
"It takes some time. First, let it reach a stage then we will make a comment.
