Overview

• Saudi official Turki Al-Sheikh said the club was in advanced talks with a new investor, then clarified he is not involved and that a deal may not happen.
• Reports point to a possible UAE-based consortium and say former United players have been sounded out to invest, though no formal bid has been confirmed.
• The Athletic’s reporting highlights drag‑along rights tied to Ratcliffe’s stake that complicate any full sale before February 2027, with his $33-per-share basis influencing terms.
• Coverage cites a minimum valuation near £4.3bn contrasted with the Glazer family’s reported expectations of roughly £5bn or more.
• A football finance expert argues the public leak could hinder a transaction and sees minority investment to raise stadium funds as likelier, while investor Thomas Zilliacus says he is seeking backers for a bid.