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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Rob Davies

Manchester United take £22m hit from sacking of Ruben Amorim

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim
Ruben Amorim flanked by Manchester United players. He was sacked in January. Photograph: Nick Potts/PA

Manchester United have taken a £22m hit from the sacking of their former manager Ruben Amorim but cut their losses in half thanks to improved performance on the pitch and the cost-cutting zeal of the co-owner Jim Ratcliffe.

United’s successful pursuit of Champions League football under Michael Carrick drove a 57% rise in broadcast income during the third quarter of the financial year to nearly £65m, as more of the club’s games were picked for TV.

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