Fresh uncertainty has emerged around the long-term ownership of Manchester United, with some members of the Glazer family now actively debating whether to sell part or all of their stake after more than 20 years in control, according to a Bloomberg News report citing people familiar with the discussions.
The conversations, which remain internal and informal, reportedly began with a few family members exploring personal stake sales before expanding into broader discussions about whether a coordinated divestment could be possible. Those involved are now said to be attempting to persuade other relatives to consider joining a larger transaction, though no agreement has been reached.
The Glazers, who took control of Manchester United through a leveraged buyout in 2005, still retain majority ownership despite selling a roughly 29% stake to INEOS chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe in early 2024.
Manchester United's Chairman Avie Glazer (R) and Newcastle's Club Director Amanda Staveley smile before the English League Cup final match between Manchester United and Newcastle United at Wembley Stadium, London,U.K., Feb. 26, 2023. (AP Photo)
That deal gave Ratcliffe control over football operations while leaving the broader ownership structure intact, adding a new layer of complexity to any potential future sale.
