Jim Ratcliffe Vows to Step Down if Manchester United Revival Fails
The Manchester United co-owner defends controversial cost-cutting measures and outlines his commitment to turning the club's fortunes around.
- Jim Ratcliffe, who owns a 29% stake in Manchester United, has pledged to step down if he cannot improve the club's performance and operations.
- Ratcliffe has implemented significant cost-cutting measures, including staff layoffs and ticket price increases, which have drawn criticism from fans and media alike.
- Manchester United is enduring a poor season, sitting near the bottom of the Premier League table, though they remain unbeaten in the Europa League and have reached the quarter-finals.
- Ratcliffe criticized past management decisions and the Glazer family's hands-off approach, citing poor recruitment and leadership as key reasons for the club's decline over the past decade.
- While unveiling plans for a new 100,000-capacity stadium, Ratcliffe stated he would leave if the abuse he receives from fans reaches the level experienced by the Glazer family.