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Manchester Evening News
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Jack Flintham

Manchester United Supporters' Trust chief calls for Chelsea-style takeover from the Glazers

Manchester United Supporters' Trust chief executive Duncan Drasdo has called for a Chelsea-style takeover of the club.

On Tuesday evening, following Cristiano Ronaldo's departure, it was announced that the club was exploring 'strategic alternatives'. " Manchester United plc, one of the most successful and historic sports clubs in the world, announces today that the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) is commencing a process to explore strategic alternatives for the club," the statement read.

"The process is designed to enhance the club's future growth, with the ultimate goal of positioning the club to capitalize on opportunities both on the pitch and commercially. As part of this process, the Board will consider all strategic alternatives, including new investment into the club, a sale, or other transactions involving the Company.

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